18th annual V-Day fundraiser returns to South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A benefit performance of Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues will be held February 21-22 in the MontBleu Convention Center. Known as "V-Day South Lake Tahoe," the 18th annual event will raise funds for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence in the community.

The goal is to raise $15,000 for Live Violence Free, the locally-based nonprofit that provides the tools and resources necessary for these survivors to rebuild, gain independence and thrive.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. each evening with a silent auction, raffle, beer, and wine, with the performance of The Vagina Monologues from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Tickets are $25 for general admission. $20 for students and seniors.

Tickets available at https://vdayslt.brownpapertickets.com.

The cast is made up of a diverse group of community members including students,
mothers, daughters, sisters new-to-the-stage and seasoned performers. V-Day is a global activist movement to end violence against women and girls, by raising funds and awareness. Productions like this and other V-day benefit events organized by volunteer activists take place around the world, educating millions of people about the reality of violence against women and girls.

The award-winning play, The Vagina Monologues is based on V-Day Founder/playwright Eve Ensler's interviews with more than 200 women. With humor and grace, the production celebrates women's sexuality and strength. Over the last 20 years, through this play and the liberation of this one word, countless women throughout the world have taken control of their bodies and their lives.

More Information can be found on the event's Facebook page- facebook.com/vdaytahoe, or e-mail them at vdaytahoe@gmail.com. To learn more about VDay and their global campaigns visit www.vday.org.