After the Fall Before the Storm by John Lavelle

As Hurricane Sandy touches down in Staten Island, two fireman connect while dismantling a children’s bed built by one of their fallen brothers. Coffee, masculinity, and bagels help veil their loss and trauma.
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After the Fall Before the Storm

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  • Dan Caffrey:
    12 Aug. 2021
    “ A touching portrait of two men doing their best—yet still struggling—to be honest with themselves and each other. I love how it heavily focused on historical events without being too expositional or exploitative. Excellent short! ”
  • Veronica Tjioe:
    7 Aug. 2021
    “ This play is both an intimate postcard from a very memorable time in our country's recent history and a stirring exploration of masculinity, vulnerability, and grief. ”
  • Shaun Leisher:
    5 Aug. 2021
    “ Love how this play creates a parallel between the physical storm that's approaching and the emotional storm inside these men as they reflect on their families and careers. ”

Two male identifying actors over the age of 30.

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