![]() ![]() ![]() Her genius, however, was unquestioned by her partner Alice B Toklas, who dedicated her life to supporting the work of the woman she loved. She influenced a generation of artists and writers, but her own work remains hotly debated for its controversial and sometimes contradictory statements. One of the most significant and contentious female voices in the 20 th century, Gertrude Stein rose to international notoriety with her memoir The Autobiography of Alice B Toklas. Before they leave, they want to find out what has become of their artistic and cultural influence, and how their lives and work are – or are not – remembered. The couple recounts stories of their 40-year marriage, of meetings with iconic artists and writers, and of Alice’s overwhelming, consuming devotion to Gertrude’s genius. Visiting the audience in the present day, Gertrude and Alice come to find out how history has treated them. ![]()
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