Playwright Donna Jenson offers a highly personal look at sexual abuse of children with What She Knows, presented for the first time as a dramatic reading this week at Smith College. Jenson reads as the character Francie, and is accompanied by guitarist John Sheldon, playing an original score. The reading is directed by Sheryl Stoodley, artistic director of Serious Play! theater troupe. The performance will be followed by a discussion.
Jan. 31, free, 7:30 p.m., Helen Hills Hills Chapel, Smith College, Northampton, (413) 585-ARTS.