LibraryLinks Spring 2006
Libraries Host Off-Broadway Event Featuring Molly Peacock '69
By John Meador and Bern Mulligan
What do NBC and Binghamton University have in common? They both have a peacock! Our “peacock,” Molly Peacock (Harpur ’69), is a nationally recognized poet who brought her one-woman show to New York City for a week’s run at Urban Stages, 259 West 30th Street. Co-billed with the much celebrated New Yorker cartoonist Victoria Roberts, Molly performed “The Shimmering Verge,” followed by Ms. Roberts’ portrayal of “Nona.”
On the evening of Friday, February 24, the Binghamton University Alumni Association collaborated with Binghamton University Libraries to buy out the theatre for New York area alumni and sponsor a post-performance reception. An invitation was issued via e-mail and all seats were claimed within three days!
Ms. Peacock, who in an article in the February 2006 edition of The Oprah Magazine defines the shimmering verge as “the cocoon where every poem is born,” recited several poems and talked about the creative process itself. Ms. Roberts brings one of her cartoon characters to life in a dramatic monologue in which she also sings and dances.
The reception offered an opportunity for BU alumni to meet, greet and obtain a few autographs from Molly and Victoria. Representing Binghamton University were Elizabeth L. MacNeill, Director of Development and Alumni Relations for the Metro New York Area, John M. Meador, Director of University Libraries, and Susan Currie, Associate Library Director for Public Services. They were joined by the following library personnel: Laurie Miller, Jeanne Eichelberger, Kate Bouman, Beth Kilmarx, and Bern Mulligan. Also attending was Allan Rogg, a New York City resident and BU Libraries benefactor.
The event was proclaimed a great success by all in attendance and the Libraries were praised for sponsoring an alumna writer. Look for similar events in the future as our Libraries reach out to all BU alumni writers.
Judie and John Meador with Molly Peacock and Michael Groden
Alumni and other guests mingle after the performances
Judie Meador, Allan Rogg, Jeanne Eichelberger, and Laurie Miller
Victoria Roberts autographs an invitation for guests