Can they call these pre"nups" without any nuptials?

Something we haven't yet discussed: prenuptial agreements. Here's an article about unmarried cohabitors signing prenups.

Prop 8 Trial Reenactment

This is a testament to the need for theatre and the power of the Internets. From this article, I found out that since the Prop 8 trail was banned from being broadcast on YouTube, some people in California got together and decided to compile transcripts and do a re-enactment of the trial. You can access their re-enactment at http://www.marriagetrial.com/.

Pro-gay marriage ad sparks controversy

Clothing store Armani Exchange featured same-sex couples in recent advertising, which of course, pissed some people off.

Wedding Songs

I've been collecting music and songs people associate with weddings or wedding receptions. Do you have any to add?

Lots of people say the Chicken Dance. Also the Hokey Pokey. And the Electric Slide. I always wondered if these were the staples of midwestern or southern middle-and-working-class weddings, but it looks like they span the United States for the most part. Not sure about spanning economic class. Do extremely wealthy people do the Hokey Pokey, too?

Post a comment with your favorites or memorable songs you've heard used below, please!

Also, click here for a funny NPR feature about the most inappropriate wedding songs ever.

Jokes and Metaphors

We're compiling a couple of lists for use in the performance, and would love to have as many contributions as possible.

First, are there any jokes you've heard about marriage or married couples?

Second, what metaphors can you think of that are related to marriage? ("Tying the not" is probably most prominent. But we've heard some others: a "stamp," a "paper clip," "glue," etc.)

Please comment here, or send a private message to marriageprojectlouisville@gmail.com, if you'd prefer.

Mexico City

Click here for an article from today's New York Times on gay marriage legislation in Mexico City. In the article, they mention the "global gay rights movement." It's important to acknowledge that this discussion isn't limited to the United States. I want to see more about how other countries deal with the issue, and in general how other countries understand marriage. Anyone have any thoughts?

This isn't just about couples, it's about families

Here's an article from the New York Times about children of gay and lesbian parents speaking up for marriage equality.