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From left: Sharon Winningham, Llayleni Fuentes, Marilyn Massart, Penny Cochrum, Calissa Dalton and Emily Duvall star in “Steel Magnolias,” opening Friday at Moses Lake High School.

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Strong women center stage
May 1, 2025 3:30 a.m.

Strong women center stage

‘Steel Magnolias’ showcases women in leading roles, challenging situations

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake High School senior Llayleni Fuentes has dreamed of staging “Steel Magnolias,” and now she has her chance. “I've been wanting to do the show for the last two years,” Fuentes said. “I asked (MLHS drama teacher Sharon Winningham), what's a really good play for all girls? Because what I've noticed is, there's a lot of men-heavy plays.”