tHis Is Very IMPORTANT

Rahvaunia does a beautiful job highlighting not just a difficult subject, but one that many may consider a past epidemic. She reminds us that it's not gone. The use of different characters to construct the narrative is moving and Rahvaunia's performance as each woman is touching and funny. ... full review

Rahvaunia is a powerhouse in a tour de force, must-see performance. ... full review

The one woman show lead by Rahvaunia was an impressive performance from start to finish! Her ability to shift in and out of the many different characters was so effortless, I found myself forgetting there was only one actor performing them all. ... full review

Truly impressed with Rahvaunia’s ability to weave through different narratives and characters. You go on a journey throughout the show and are met with humor and heavy moments, both equally powerful. ... full review

Rahvaunia’s one-person show, “tHis Is Very important,” focused on a necessary and poignant topic for women, in particular, women of color - HIV/AIDS. She portrayed three different characters as well as the narrator to bring three unique women’s stories of HIV/AIDS to the stage. ... full review

Rahvaunia’s piece was on a subject she is very passionate about-AIDS. Through her characters and facts on screen , she reinforced the need for awareness and compassion. She was wonderful!... full review

Because there are not enough plays that focus on the health of women. Because Rahvaunia is exquisite as she brings to life four women and a host of characters who help us understand why discussing HIV is still an urgent and important conversation we need to have as a community. Because shame often causes us to keep silent on issues that matter, this show breaks all those fears and taboos. Because this show hits you right in your gut in all the necessary ways only theatre can do. Because Black women have been disproportionately affected by HIV in the United States, accounting for 54% of new HIV infections in women despite making up less than 15% of the female population. Because Black women are also 15.3 times more likely to die from HIV infe... full review

A must-see monodrama of characters that bring to light the staggering effects of life through modern time of HIV and AIDS pandemic. In 1-hour, the audience is captivated by the surreal effects of a pandemic across religion, broken families, and holistic healer as the narrator at times of darkness. A perfect script.... full review

Through compelling characters and distinct narratives, this show tackles significant subject matter in an original way. There is much clarity in Rahvaunia's approach, and she transports the audience to the places and spaces these characters inhabit. ... full review

Incredibly important content, told with charisma and comedy! Both educational and a fun watch. ... full review