Talented Little Lady Insists on Being the Voice for her Generation
(Atlanta, GA – September 12, 2007) When the onset of societal issues comes to the forefront, many people tend to opt out, claiming, “It’s not my problem.” But when the problem is one that involves cruel treatment of children, ten year old Mary Pat Wright resolved not to simply talk about the problem. Instead, she has chosen to use her gift of writing to create a stage play/feature film that she believes will help bring help, healing, and wholeness to those who have been affected.
Entitled, “Easy Street Ain’t So Easy,” the stage play/feature film is scheduled to be released January 12, 2008. Noted filmmaker Bobby M. Peoples Sr. of The Peoples Film Company has stepped to the plate to produce the feature film, which will be directed by Renee S. Warren-Peoples, renowned writer-director-actress. The stage play will be produced by Take heed Productions, which is under the leadership of Minister Meliza Fleming.
The storyline for “Easy Street Ain’t So Easy” evolved after Mary Pat learned of two close friends that seemed to have become victims of the evils of life. One friend had been sexually assaulted, and the other had delved into self-mutilation by attempting to slash her wrists on several occasions. Determined not to destroy their friendships by breaking confidentiality, Mary Pat decided to conduct her own research online in an effort to seek help. She was given direction on where to search for answers by subliminally quizzing her mother. When her mother finally discovered the details of the matter, Mary Pat informed her that she must be the voice for her peers. “There’s got to be a way to help them. I believe bringing it to the stage will be a blessing for everyone,” says Mary Pat.
During her research, Mary Pat discovered the Covenant House, a national nonprofit organization that works with troubled youth. She reached out to the Georgia affiliate, and as a result, she intends to donate partial proceeds from ticket sales of the stage play/feature film to the organization.
Mary Pat is no stranger to the performing arts. She has been writing since the age of four, and was later enrolled at The Company acting studio. An active member of the Atlanta Youth Ensemble, her acting credits include, “Mama, I am Your Child,” “Worth the Wait,” and “Deliverance in The House.” “Easy Street Ain’t So Easy” will mark Mary’s second stage play with the first one being “The Magic Rock.”
For more information including performance dates and interviews with Mary Pat, call (678) 508-7163. Or visit www.easystreetaintsoeasy.com
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I just want to share with y'all an email from the newest writer to link in to the AAPEX network, Mary-Pat Hector-Nesbit of Atlanta, Georgia, is just 10-years-old but her 90 minute play EASY STREET AIN'T SO EASY will be produced in Atlanta on January 12.