‘I wanted it to be raw’: Paula Scher explains her squished map logo

Women+ on the Edge of Democracy is an upcoming theatrical revue featuring 10-minute plays and monologues crafted by 36 women playwrights. This collection of works explores the current state of democracy and the unique challenges women face within it. The initiative’s logo, created by Pentagram partner Paula Scher along with Bruno Bergallo and Olivia Ray, visually represents the theme by squeezing the title into a tight frame, symbolizing how women are often marginalized in democratic processes. This artistic choice underscores the revue’s focus on highlighting women’s voices and experiences in the political landscape. QUESTION: How might the representation of women’s perspectives in plays and monologues influence public understanding and engagement with democratic issues?