“The things they discuss in the show can relate to college women now,” Jones said. “The things the characters question are things women in college now still question.”

Jones, who transferred to the University from Dartmouth College, said she knows and understands Ivy League society and can relate to the women in the play, who deal with the decision between taking a career path or getting married and having children.

Jones said she has always enjoyed directing and picked this play after deciding to put on a production with other women in the theatre department.

“There really haven’t been many chances for the women in the department to shine this year,” Jones said. “There were a couple of seniors who had not been showcased yet.”

After choosing the play, she realized it was an all-woman cast. “After reading the script, it just made sense,” she said.

Caroline Schmidt, a sophomore majoring in musical theatre, plays Rita Altabel, the free-spirited feminist of the group.

“Playing a crazy, radical feminist was fun and challenging,” Schmidt said.

In order to prepare for the difficult role, Schmidt said, “I looked at my friends and myself and found someone who is a mix of everyone I like to surround myself with.”

Scarlet Staggers, a sophomore majoring in human development, cannot wait for opening night.

“As soon as I saw the flyer, I wanted to see this version of the play because all I had seen was the made-for-TV movie with Meryl Streep,” Staggers said.

Jones hopes to see a diverse audience. Despite the feminist undertones, the show should appeal to everyone.

“I don’t want people coming in thinking it’s about burning bras,” Jones said. “Your life after college and the decisions in college that affect your career path and other life choices, that’s what the play is truly about.”

The Women’s Resource Center, Alpha Delta Pi and the Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honor Society are sponsoring the show, with all proceeds benefiting the Ronald McDonald House.