The cast of *Steel Magnolias. PHOTO BY: Dan Norman*

When someone mentions Steel Magnolias, two distinct things pop in one's mind: The first being the 1989 comedy-drama film starring Dolly Parton, Sally Fields, and Julia Roberts, and the second the stage play which premiered originally Off-Broadway in 1987. Both written by Robert Harling and based on his real-life experiences, Steel Magnolias now has a third memory for me with the recently opened production at the Guthrie. Filled with stunning performances, this story involves womanhood, the power of friendship, and the sorrows that come when tragedy hits.

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