Past Programs
Ardent Girls, A Dramatic Reading of the Play by Amy Merrill
Amy Merrill's play focuses on end-of-the-last century social reformer Jane Addams, who discovered running a settlement house for women in 1890s Chicago wasn't easy. Seeking inspiration, she travels to Russia to meet her idol Leo Tolstoy, but it's an encounter closer to home, with journalist Ida B Wells, that makes the bigger impression. This on-line screening will be available only through May 31st. Commissioned as part of the Mariposa's Americans Who Tell the Truth series, with funding from NH Humanities and the Eppes-Jefferson Fund, this filmed reading was produced by the NH Theatre Project and directed by Genevieve Aichele, NHTP Creative Director.
Jane Addams & Ida B Wells By Rob Shetterly
Ukraine In Context
Zoom Event
Tibetan Monks of Drepung Gomang Monastery
Jennifer Dickinson
The Tibetan Monks of Drepung Gomang Monastery returned to the Mariposa Museum & World Culture Center, in October of 2023, to share Tibetan Buddhist culture and practice and call for compassion.
The five-day visit was part of a national tour organized by the U.S.-based Drepung Gomang Center for Engaging Compassion. The tour helped raise funds to support and sustain 2,000 monks living and studying at Drepung Gomang Monastery, in Karnataka State, South India.
At the Mariposa, the monks created a sand mandala, held a cultural pageant, sold crafts, and also offered private pujas and blessings for members of the community.
Visitors were invited to observe the monks creating a large sand mandala, which will began each day with an opening ceremony at 11 a.m.
For more information about Drepung Gomang Monastery please visit www.DrepungGomang.org.
We need your support to help us meet our pledge to Drepung Gomang Monastery for the monks visit!
Letta Neely's Pulling It All Into The Current
Experience a journey where "we see the same stars and tell different stories." Join us for a captivating exploration through the eyes of a constellation of vibrant characters as they navigate the intricate minefields and joyous playgrounds of life. From 15-year-old Rhonda to the seasoned Veteran Hutsey, these stand-alone stories of teenagers, veterans, elders, addicts, queers, teachers, and more weave a tapestry of humanity, offering a unique perspective on the ever-evolving human experience.
What's the aerial view of the terrain? What does the map look like when you turn it inside out? Delve into the transformative landscapes of these interconnected lives as "Pulling It All Into The Current" takes you on an unforgettable odyssey.
This groundbreaking solo spoken word play, written and performed by Letta Neely and directed by Greg Allen, has journeyed from the Boston Playwright's Theatre to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and a triumphant NYC premiere at United Solo. Now, it's your turn to witness the magic and be part of a compelling call for empathy and understanding. Let Letta Neely guide you through a tapestry of stories that delve into themes of Blackness, sexuality, resilience, identity, self-discovery, redemption, and much more.