It’s in the Bag
In 1940, a famous comedienne by the name of Gracie led one of the greatest radio pranks of all time: a “run” for president of the United States. It’s in the Bag puts together highlights of Gracie’s prank with the lowlights from the dozens of real campaigns women have run for U.S. President. Old time radio soundstage magic, classic and contemporary misogyny, and a whole lot of campaign pins prick through decades of U.S. political noise to ask: how long will a woman running for president still be just a joke?
Adapted and Directed by Rachel Karp
Video and Projection Design: SooA Kim
Assistant Video and Projection Design: Sean Leo
Video and Projection Engineer: Lucy Scherrer
Scenic Design: Frank Blackmore
Costume Design: Jessica Cronin
Sound Design: Angela Baughman
Lighting Design: Shawn Nielsen