SALEM, Mass.—Salem State College's Peace Institute will participate in a public reading of Lysistrata, Aristophnes' ancient Greek anti-war comedy, on March 3 at 7 p.m. in the Callan Theatre. The reading is being done as part of 600 readings taking place worldwide on March 3rd to voice opposition to the prospect of war on Iraq.

Lysistrata, the story of women from opposing states who unite to end a war by refusing to sleep with their husbands until the men agree to lay down their swords, will be unrehearsed and open for volunteers to help read.

There is no charge for admission. For more information call professor Krishna Mallick (978) 542-6298 or Lois Martin (978) 741-8142.