37 Origami Bees

Jo and Max have been married almost 37 years. Max just passed away peacefully in home hospice care. Now Jo isn't sure what to do. Through Rae, the home hospice nurse, Max may have one last gift for Jo.
*8 pgs. Written for Playwrights Thriving Shared Title Challenge. Title gifted by Aly Kantor.*

Jo and Max have been married almost 37 years. Max just passed away peacefully in home hospice care. Now Jo isn't sure what to do. Through Rae, the home hospice nurse, Max may have one last gift for Jo.
*8 pgs. Written for Playwrights Thriving Shared Title Challenge. Title gifted by Aly Kantor.*

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  • Kristin Olinger: 37 Origami Bees

    This beautiful play reminds us of the lasting light our loved ones bring to our lives, even after they're gone. The "37 Origami Bees" metaphor is perfectly woven in, without feeling forced or too sudden. The characters are clear, the symbolism perfectly understandable, and the pacing right on time. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one will be touched by this story. Bravo.

    This beautiful play reminds us of the lasting light our loved ones bring to our lives, even after they're gone. The "37 Origami Bees" metaphor is perfectly woven in, without feeling forced or too sudden. The characters are clear, the symbolism perfectly understandable, and the pacing right on time. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one will be touched by this story. Bravo.

  • Adam Richter: 37 Origami Bees

    This short play captures grief in a highly theatrical but still very much grounded way. The use of origami as a motif throughout the piece was perfectly done, and the final reveal is the emotional high point. An absolutely beautiful and moving play that audiences would love. Bravo, Jacquelyn!

    This short play captures grief in a highly theatrical but still very much grounded way. The use of origami as a motif throughout the piece was perfectly done, and the final reveal is the emotional high point. An absolutely beautiful and moving play that audiences would love. Bravo, Jacquelyn!

  • Robyn Ginsburg Braverman: 37 Origami Bees

    Having read a number of the installations of the 37 Origami Bees series, I find this to be one of the more successful efforts, moving beyond the literal concept and going to a more emotional place.

    Having read a number of the installations of the 37 Origami Bees series, I find this to be one of the more successful efforts, moving beyond the literal concept and going to a more emotional place.

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Character Information

JO.........suffering a great loss. 50+
RAE.......A home hospice nurse.
  • Jo
    A person suffering a great loss.
    Character Age
    50+
  • Rae
    A home hospice nurse.
    Character Age
    any

Production History

  • Type Community Theater, Organization Orange Players, Orange CT, Year 2026
  • Type Professional, Organization Becoming Arts Collective, Year 2026
  • Type Professional, Organization Ludington Center for the Arts, MI, Year 2026
  • Type Community Theater, Organization Port Washington Play Troupe, Year 2025
  • Type Community Theater, Organization Sam Bass Theatre, Year 2025