New play highlights missing and murdered Indigenous women Drag
February 14, 2025
"Four Women in Red," a new play by Chickasaw Nation’s Laura Shamas, addresses the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Opening on February 14 in Burbank, the play tells the story of four women mourning the loss of their loved ones, whose cases often go unsolved. Director Jeanette Harrison, an Onondaga Nation member, emphasizes the need for authentic Native representation in media. The play aims to raise awareness and spark action to address the systemic issues contributing to this ongoing crisis.
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