Ask A Black Woman

Remarkable! Shanara was captivating. She was able to summarize the complexities of being an African American woman into 1 hour, while mixing tragedy with humor. Using her own history as a back drop to her story telling, she also intertwined current media events. ... full review

Powerful. Just the overwhelming feeling that someone was voicing my emotions, but in a more eloquently raw, and witty way. There was a feeling of vindication - "she actually said that" - "someone had to say it" - as well as a call to action! ... full review

Shanara is a poignant poet and her story is necessary. She tackles a lot in just one hour and it all hits you like a truck. Her poetry and flow were the highlight of the show. ... full review

Is a strong and powerful commentary on life in America. As we live and strive in this ever changing world of technology, great advancements in science, and the very colorful world of cultural diversity, how are we as a society allowing this thing of disregard, insulting and marginalizing people of African decent in this country. It is profound. Shanara, tells a sceniro of a woman getting upset and calling her a very negative derogatory name, how is this even possible in this day and time that we are now living in, its all so quite disgusting. Her show is insightful, it is educational, and it is inspiring. With so many show in the festival, I am so happy I saw Ask A Black Woman.... full review

Shanara's energy is breathtaking. Sometimes she talks so fast I couldn't keep up, but that seems to be true with most YOUNG people now-a-days. I always am happy when I learn things and... I did.... full review

A strong and powerful voice that shares Shanara's truth based on her experience. It's a perspective on American life that needs to be heard by men and women of all colors. ... full review

A powerful and compelling piece of theatre. ... full review

Ask A Black Woman is raw, authentic, heart-breaking - a story that needs to be told. Shanara’s fast-paced and energetic delivery entertains, but more importantly it educates and enlightens her audience. You won’t see anything else like this at the Fringe. Don’t miss it!... full review

Shanara's effervescent spirit and confiding ingenuousness makes her solo show a special celebratory event. ... full review