A Stage Play by Rashida Costa
Journey into Brooklyn in 1952, where a community is gripped by the fear and uncertainty of a devastating polio epidemic. In crowded hospitals and anxious neighborhoods, every decision carries consequences, and courage is tested in unexpected ways.
At the center of the story is Dr. Saleem, a determined physician whose commitment to her patients is challenged not only by a growing medical crisis, but also by the prejudice surrounding her as a woman in medicine. As the number of patients rises and the pressure intensifies, she is forced to confront a system that questions her abilities while lives hang in the balance.
Yet More Than Just Women reaches far beyond the struggle for recognition. It shines a light on the doctors, patients, families, and everyday people whose lives are transformed by crisis. Through their stories, the play explores compassion, sacrifice, perseverance, and the strength it takes to stand together when fear threatens to divide a community.
With the urgency of history and the emotion of a deeply human story, More Than Just Women reminds us that extraordinary courage can emerge in the most difficult moments.
Experience a powerful story of resilience, determination, and humanity—and discover what becomes possible when people choose courage over fear and compassion over prejudice.
