We Jump Broom by Mildred Inez Lewis

Two enslaved women decide to jump the broom and seal their love affair into a marriage.
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We Jump Broom

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  • Samantha Marchant:
    8 Sep. 2022
    “ Rich with detail, I felt immersed in this world. Hope and love in painful circumstances. Beautiful. ”
  • Aurora Behlke:
    24 Aug. 2022
    “ The relationship between these two women is rich and authentic. This story is full to the brim of love, hope, and joy, even around such deep struggle. A must-see! ”
  • James McLindon:
    10 May. 2022
    “ A short but powerful play that covers much ground in a hopeful, beautiful, but always realistic manner that never lets us forget its circumstances. A play that should be seen and is worthy of many productions ”
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Two African American women (20s to early 30s)

Development History

  • Reading
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    PlayGround-LA
    ,
    2021

Production History

  • Professional
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    PlayGround-LA, Best of Gala
    ,
    2021
  • Professional
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    Towne Street Theater
    ,
    2021

Awards

Finalist
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Samuel French Off Off Broadway Festival
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Samuel French
,
2022
Winner
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Bradford Gromelski Jury Award Winner
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Fusion Theatre
,
2022
Winner
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Bradford Gromelski Jury Award Winner
,
Fusion Theatre
,
2022