Jen Silverman is a contemporary playwright known for her works that often explore themes of identity, power, and desire. One of her most notable works is "The Wicked Witch of the West: Kansas." In this play, Silverman reimagines the iconic character from "The Wizard of Oz" and delves into her complex backstory. The main idea of the play is to examine perspectives and challenge preconceived notions, as Silverman gives a voice and agency to a character traditionally portrayed as a one-dimensional villain. By delving into the Wicked Witch's past, the play raises questions about power dynamics, victimhood, and the role of empathy. Silverman's reimagining challenges the notion of good and evil, demonstrating that every story has multiple sides.
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Smith and Mehos and others said the steam-only approach at Ivanpah appears to be a dead-end, because it remains much more expensive than solar PV panels and doesn t have the storage capabilities that can make a plant s output more valuable to the grid. The finalists will be revealed in August with the winners announced at the black-tie ceremony on Thursday 20 October at the Royal Lancaster in London.
Silverman's reimagining challenges the notion of good and evil, demonstrating that every story has multiple sides. Through her exploration of the Wicked Witch's character, Silverman invites the audience to question societal norms, assumptions, and their own capacity for compassion..
Vale of Mowbray adds solar array to green credentials
The move follows previous environmental efforts by the company including the introduction of greener packaging alternatives and a policy of ‘zero waste to landfill’.
According to Vale of Mowbray, the installation of the solar panels by energy specialist Eden Sustainable means that a minimum of 14% of the manufacturer’s annual electricity usage will be solar generated, with the capability to generate 997KW of energy per annum. The company’s sustainability drive also entails the constant energy monitoring for approximately 40% of its site’s key assets to gain a greater understanding of usage patterns.
“Eden Sustainable is delighted to work with flagship organisations such as Vale of Mowbray,” said Scott Burrows, director of the energy company. “We have all seen power prices increasing dramatically, and solar is an excellent way to provide increased certainty around energy overheads. Vale of Mowbray has made the most of Eden’s zero capital solution, meaning there are no initial or ongoing costs, whilst still benefitting from dramatic financial and carbon savings.
“Eden develops, constructs, and operates the power plant,” Burrows added. “Atrato are our specialist funders with close links to the supermarket industry, so it is a match made in heaven, or should I say Yorkshire.”
Vale of Mowbray, which was established in 1795, bakes more than 1.5 million pies every week. Based at Leeming Bar, North Yorkshire, the company employs over 200 people and is currently recruiting for permanent staff members.
The company has announced that it has a number of ‘exciting NPD projects’ in the pipeline, with products set to launch in the coming months. In February the pork pie specialist unveiled a three-strong range of ‘posh pies’, listed in Morrisons.
Awards put sustainability in the spotlight
Sustainability Initiative of the Year is one of the categories up for grabs in the Baking Industry Awards 2022 – now open for entry.
To find out more about this and the other categories, and to enter the awards, visit our dedicated website. Once there, simply select the category you’d like to enter and follow the instructions.
The deadline for entries is Monday 9 May. The finalists will be revealed in August with the winners announced at the black-tie ceremony on Thursday 20 October at the Royal Lancaster in London.
The power price for the output of the two Moroccan plants is very close, Relloso said. Since many trough plants have already been built, he’s betting that the better opportunity for reducing costs in future projects lies with the molten salt tower technology. “There’s much more potential cost reduction in the tower design.”
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Reviews for "The Intersection of Magic and Reality in Jen Silverman's "Wicked Witch"
1. Samantha - 2 stars
I was really looking forward to "Wicked Witch" as I had heard great things about it, but unfortunately, I was left disappointed. The play lacked a cohesive storyline and the characters felt underdeveloped. The humor felt forced and the jokes fell flat most of the time. The production also suffered from technical issues with the sound and lighting, which further detracted from the overall experience. Overall, I found "Wicked Witch" to be a letdown and would not recommend it.
2. Michael - 1 star
"Wicked Witch" was one of the worst plays I have ever seen. The script was confusing and convoluted, making it hard to follow the story or connect with the characters. The acting was mediocre at best, with some actors delivering their lines without any conviction or emotion. The set design was lackluster and did not add anything to the production. I regretted spending money on tickets for this play and would advise others to skip it.
3. Rachel - 2.5 stars
I had high expectations for "Wicked Witch" based on the positive reviews, but I found it to be just average. The concept had potential, but the execution fell flat. The dialogue seemed forced and unnatural, and the pacing was inconsistent. While some moments were entertaining, overall, I was left feeling underwhelmed. This play had the potential to be great, but unfortunately, it missed the mark. I wouldn't discourage others from seeing it, but I wouldn't necessarily recommend it either.