Projects
Left to right, Celia Imrie, S. Epatha Merkerson, and Karen Allen star in YEAR BY THE SEA.
YEAR BY THE SEA - Feature Film
Hoping to reclaim who she was before marriage and children, an empty nester retreats to Cape Cod where she embarks upon a quest to set herself free. Starring Karen Allen, Yannick Bisson, S. Epatha Merkerson, Michael Cristofer and Celia Imrie. Based on the NYT best-selling memoir by Joan Anderson.
In development…
CROST - Musical
In 12th-century Paris, philosopher Abelard and student Heloise engage in an illicit affair of the mind, body, and soul. But when her uncle discovers them, revenge and betrayal lead to the couple’s 18-year separation and silence. When their communication resumes, her words send shockwaves throughout the course of history, exposing the awesome—and tragic—depths of the heart.
In development…
EXPOSED - Musical
After being flashed by a Peeping Tom, undocumented Peruvian immigrant Rosa Maria grapples with the desire to be seen in a world where she must hide. But when her American-born son is bullied—and fights back—she must choose between what’s right and what’s safe.
In development…
cleaVage - Musical
The “real” story behind fake breasts, cleaVage is a larger-than-life musical comedy about the doctors and patients who shaped the spectacular rise, fall, and rebound of silicone gel breast implants.
In development…
GOLD JADE WAY - Musical
English translations of ancient Chinese poetry flow together in a tale of lost love and transformation — blending myth with imagination, Taoism with dance.
In development…
Between Lake and Sky - Novel
A mysterious mermaid and her underwater world help a boy grapple with his brother’s drowning.
Creator
Laura Goodenow
A librettist, lyricist, writer, editor, producer, and distributor, I’m interested in developing stories and works that explore female perspectives and/or portray complex female characters. I named my creative company Real Woman Make Waves as a reminder to myself and to every woman: voices are meant to be heard, not silenced.
And by woman, I mean any human who identifies as a woman.
mission statement
Art elevates life.
Good stories are more than entertaining; they’re compelling. They open our hearts and minds to the shades and shadows of the world, of humanity, of ourselves.
The mission of Real Women Make Waves is to face every subject with thoughtfulness no matter how taboo or controversial. To start or renew conversations. To create art that doesn’t just imitate life…but elevates life…by examining and questioning it.
Movies. Plays. Musicals. Books. Songs. Poetry. Dance… Whatever the creative language, let’s make some waves.
