Her musical, "Quilters", co-written with Molly Newman, was performed at the Northlight Theatre in Chicago, Illinois. Cast and crew also included Linda Buchanan (scenic designer), Rita Pietraszek (lighting designer), choreographed by David Puszh, Rick Snyder (musical director), directed by Kyle Donnelly.
In 1985, received three Tony Award nominations for "Quilters:" as Best
Director (Musical), Best Score (music and lyrics) and, with Molly Newman,
Best Book (Musical).