NC: The Vagina Monologues helps us [to do] one very important thing: say it out loud and analyze it by asking why is it dirty and where does that idea come from.
TT: What was your family's response to you directing The Vagina Monologues?
NC: Actually, I haven't let them know.
TT: Why?
NC: Firstly because it's theater and you can't make money in the theater. I spent a lot of time and money studying and they think I need to have another job. They wanted me to become a diplomat! So I will not [mention] my work in the theater.
TT: Will you invite them to see the performance?
NC: No. Some of the actresses participating in this year's Vagina Monologues didn't invite their families to come either. For example one of the women who plays the role of a sex worker didn't ask her father to come, though she let her father know that she is going to play this role. And she is also concerned that if her friends come to the show they might view her differently, negatively.
TT: That seems to contradict the whole purpose of the performance.
NC: Yes, but it happens to each actress.
TT: Why won't you tell your father about it?
NC: This situation is quite common. Other female directors who do this face the same problem. Although my parents are highly educated and they have good jobs, they may not be that open. They have their concerns ...
TT: Have you been able to talk to your mother about the performance?
NC: Recently, because I have been busy rehearsing, I haven't had the time to talk to them. But maybe I will give them the poster. But I will not tell them a lot about what I am doing.
TT: Might there be a way to increase their interest?
NC: Ask them to come to the show.
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