They learn about each other’s lives and where they’re from and it becomes unclear whether they are talking about 1930’s Nazi Germany…or modern day American politics.

And when Marlene shares that she is a transwoman, Barbera’s beliefs are challenged by this reveal.

As the two women discuss and debate; their mutual distrust shifts towards understanding…as they come to see the other has valid concerns.

But the train races on, as they struggle to fully see each other…to find mutual acceptance and recognition.

Marlene fears State control will render her out of existence; Barbera fears for the abandonment of traditional values.

But they find agreement on how patriarchy puts a jackboot on both their necks.

Their anger softens into awareness but they still argue over who should step down…who should leave the train.

And as Marlene reveals another secret, Barbera is forced to confront her own beliefs.

At the heart of our story are two women coming to understand they are more alike than different; and that by coming together…they can save each other.

Written by Leia Vogelle

Directed by Becca Khalil

Produced by Zander Raphael and Leia Vogelle

Performed by Laura Baggett and Leia Vogelle

Space: Stephanie Feury Theatre 5636 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90038

Performance Dates:

June 7th, 12:30pm (preview performance on script)

June 14th, 3pm

June 20th, 8:30pm

June 23rd, 9pm

June 29th, 11:30am

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