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by Maureen Lennon
Six microphones, an electrifying score and a feminist icon.
Meet Mary and the Hyenas, a band who will sing you the inspiring story of Mary Wollstonecraft. A woman centuries ahead of her time: trailblazer, feminist and literary pioneer.
From her passionate advocacy for women's rights to her tumultuous personal journey, Mary and the Hyenas captures the spirit and resilience of a woman who dared to defy the conventions of her time, and who kept going when so many wanted to bring her down. This is a witty, laugh-out-loud and searing tribute to the courage and determination of a woman who fought for equality and justice.
Written by Maureen Lennon, and featuring music by the acclaimed artist Billy Nomates, Mary and the Hyenas is premiered by Pilot Theatre and Hull Truck Theatre in 2025.
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