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December 16-20

On Stage October 1-11, 2026

Venue: The Studio@620

The Wash was OUTSTANDING!!!!!

The Wash moved me. I cried for Ana and the tough decisions and sacrifices all the washer women faced. The depiction of their forgiving spirits and community reminded to never judge what people are able to bring to the table. I am SO grateful to these brave and intelligent women. I know the impact they created has had immeasurable benefit in the lives of all to follow (myself included). I admire them and aspire to be brave and stand up too. Thank you sharing these wonderful stories full inspiration! I can't wait to see what's next and the conversations that will be shared. The performers are amazing, I have had the privilege of seeing them perform in other roles in other plays and they never fail to help me feel immersed in the story.

"The Wash" is a must- see--a powerful production that brings to life a history - shaing event driven by Black women. The all - star female cast was superb, and their compelling chemistry created a truly immersive experience. During the church scene, I felt like a part of the congregation. This play belongs on Broadway in New York. See it before it closes.

If you like good theatre do not miss THE WASH at The Studio @620. We love theatre, NYC and other venues and are amazed at the quality of local St. Pete theatre. Especially this group. Get to see this before it is gone!

The "Wash" production at Studio@620 was a heartfelt journey into the 1881 lives of very ordinary but very brave laundry workers. The actresses are so professional that you feel as if you have entered another historical time and you are hearing the real women who stood up to a society that did not respect their labor. The set design was a work of art. The Director, Erica Sutherlin, brilliantly staged the production and every action the characters used brought depth to their stories.

A great story portrayed and shared by awesome actors! I enjoyed the production and would hope more people get out to see this play and learn more about this country's complicated history. Acknowledging the strength of these woman who righted a wrong and started the first movement for labor unions is awesome!

Excellent production. Acting was fabulous. I think we need to start a campaign to get them some microphone coverage. Other than that top notch. Design, lighting all wonderful. And best of all s terrific history lesson that we never get.

It was a wonderful performance, the cast was awesome. There was such a GREAT vibe in the room.

The acting was excellent! Loved the story and message. Every woman out there should see this play. Loved the small and intimate size of the theater also.

The Wash is powerful, giving voice to an important historical event.

Loved the script, the acting and story. Very enjoyable.

Saw "The Wash" last night. Tremendous cast performing an excellent script that was equal parts moving, funny, and inspiring.

I enjoyed a very powerful, honest and true-to-life story presented in an intimate setting. It was easy to forget I was part of the audience and thought I was part of the story. I would highly recommend this theater!

I enjoyed a very powerful, honest and true-to-life story presented in an intimate setting. It was easy to forget I was part of the audience and thought I was part of the story. I would highly recommend this theater!

In collaboration with The Studio@620

In 1881, Black laundresses in Atlanta led a strike weeks before the International Cotton Exposition came to town. Demanding $1/dozen pounds of laundry, the Atlanta Washerwomen’s Strike of 1881 was one of the largest, successful interracial labor strikes of the post-Civil War era.

The Wash by Kelundra Smith offers an intimate and often funny look at ordinary women who went from workers to fighters and won. With humor, heart, and history, her play celebrates ordinary women who discovered extraordinary strength, transforming from workers into fighters and ultimately changing the course of labor rights in the South.

General Admission Ticket Prices:

General Admission: $40 adult, $37 senior, $25 student

Performance Dates and Times:  SOLD OUT!

Thursday, October 1 – 730pm
Friday, October 2 – 730pm
Saturday, October 3 – 730pm
Sunday, October 4 – 3pm
Thursday, October 8 – 730pm
Friday, October 9 – 730pm
Saturday, October 10 – 730pm
Sunday, October 11 – 3pm

DID YOU KNOW?

Actors, artists, and gig workers can learn stronger savings and spending habits!

The women at the center of The Wash stood together in 1881 to demand fair pay and a more stable future. Their determination mirrors a challenge many creatives still navigate today: income that rises and falls from month to month. Our next Greater Good Gathering continues that conversation by offering practical tools for financial stability in the arts community.

Income can look different from one month to the next when you’re an actor, artist, or gig worker. One month may bring several opportunities, while the next may be quieter. Having a plan for your money can help you feel more prepared for both.

Vanity Duran, Community Relations Coordinator at Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union, builds partnerships across the community and connects individuals and families with financial education, wellness resources, and accessible banking solutions.

She’ll be leading a free, practical workshop designed to help members of Tampa Bay’s creative community build stronger savings and spending habits. Together, we’ll explore simple strategies for making your money work for you, even when your income isn’t always predictable.

Whether you’re just starting your career, navigating life between gigs, or looking for a better way to manage the money you already have, this workshop will give you practical tools you can put to work right away.

Come with your questions, your goals, and an open mind. No matter where you are financially, there’s always an opportunity to take the next step.

Free and open to the creative community. RSVP required.

HELD Sunday, September 4
Powerstories Studio
4237 El Prado Blvd., Tampa
4pm to 5:30pm
Light refreshments
Only 40 seats available
FREE but RSVP required

Predictor by Jennifer Blackmer tells the remarkable true story of Margaret “Meg” Crane, the woman who invented the first home pregnancy test in 1967. What began as a simple idea in a pharmaceutical lab became a revolutionary tool that gave women privacy, autonomy, and answers in their own homes.

This sharp, funny, and surreal new play takes audiences inside Meg’s whirlwind of imagination and determination as she battles corporate resistance, societal expectations, and her own doubts. Moving fluidly through past, present, and future, Predictor is both an absurdist comic romp, game show, and a heartfelt exploration of what it means to fight for agency in a world determined to silence you.

Sponsor Ticket Price:

(Includes name in playbill. Extra dollars are gift to theatre to continue to produce important true stories.)

  • Powerstories Supporter – $100

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Call for Artists

BEYOND THE STORY: PREDICTOR-
DATE TBD

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MISSION STATEMENT: Powerstories is a nonprofit professional theatre whose mission is to stage true stories of women and girls to open minds and hearts
and inspire action worldwide.

Performance & Event Locations

Here’s where we will be bringing theatre to you next!

  • NOVEMBER 2026 – GREATER GOOD GATHERING
    Powerstories Studio, 4237 W El Prado Blvd., Tampa 33629
  • DECEMBER 2026 – RAISING TWELVE (Concert Version)
    Hillsborough College Theatre, Ybor Performing Arts Building, 1411 E 11th Ave. Tampa, FL 33605
  • DECEMBER 2026 – RAISING TWELVE HOLIDAY MAKER’S MARKET
    Hillsborough College Theatre, Ybor Performing Arts Building, 1411 E 11th Ave. Tampa, FL 33605

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