""It feels really necessary right now. So many people are struggling, and it's just unbelievable what's going on. It really helps the feeling of helplessness to be in a situation where we are bringing joy to people who are feeling really joyless.""
""It feels more appropriate than ever. I mean they spend literally the entire play in cages trapped and wrestling with what seems like an impossible existence.""
The Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival on Fifth Avenue attracted thousands despite rain and fog. This informal tradition, dating back to the 1870s, peaked in the 1930s and 1940s. Attendees expressed the importance of the event's levity during tough times. Sabrina Mandell, a participant, emphasized the necessity of joy in light of current struggles. Bill Schaumberg, leading a group dressed as chickens, noted the relevance of their play about factory farming in today's context, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by many.
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