←Recommendations of Face Time

  • Jack Levine: Face Time by Donna Hoke
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    DONNA HOKE’s play, “Face Time”, is such a witty, ‘right-on’ characterization of how many of us stay in touch with friends and family with online apps. It’s sad when our communications are so impersonal, even to the point of relating important events online as well as ‘just letting you know’ you saw something, you visited somewhere, you did something, you thought something - oh, you get the picture. I highly recommend this fun play!

    DONNA HOKE’s play, “Face Time”, is such a witty, ‘right-on’ characterization of how many of us stay in touch with friends and family with online apps. It’s sad when our communications are so impersonal, even to the point of relating important events online as well as ‘just letting you know’ you saw something, you visited somewhere, you did something, you thought something - oh, you get the picture. I highly recommend this fun play!

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  • Cheryl Bear: Face Time by Donna Hoke
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    You would think technology would bring us closer because everyone is so accessible, or are they? A relatable snapshot of life and the get togethers we miss. Well done.

    You would think technology would bring us closer because everyone is so accessible, or are they? A relatable snapshot of life and the get togethers we miss. Well done.

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  • J.Lois Diamond: Face Time by Donna Hoke
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    Surreal social commentary. Very witty observation of the superficiality that human interaction has become. Two great roles for women. Would be an asset to any comedy festival.

    Surreal social commentary. Very witty observation of the superficiality that human interaction has become. Two great roles for women. Would be an asset to any comedy festival.

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  • Emma Goldman-Sherman: Face Time by Donna Hoke
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    Wonderful slice of life for the way we relate these days, and a great example of a black comedy because we'll laugh but we're all damned to hell - hold that mirror up, Ms Hoke, and watch your fingers on the edges! Great work!

    Wonderful slice of life for the way we relate these days, and a great example of a black comedy because we'll laugh but we're all damned to hell - hold that mirror up, Ms Hoke, and watch your fingers on the edges! Great work!

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  • Greg Burdick: Face Time by Donna Hoke
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    “What were you saying?” “Nothing.” This simple exchange perfectly summarizes the social ill at play in Face Time. Nobody talks anymore... we let the zeroes and ones, emoticons, memes, and 140-character hiccups speak for us. But at what cost? I’ve heard, and participated in conversations like the one depicted in this story, and immediately wondered afterward if we’re collectively losing ground in our ability to socialize. Angela’s not happy with a real-world gift; Kelly’s online order backfired... so they’re in the return line. But will we ever be satisfied living somewhere in between?

    “What were you saying?” “Nothing.” This simple exchange perfectly summarizes the social ill at play in Face Time. Nobody talks anymore... we let the zeroes and ones, emoticons, memes, and 140-character hiccups speak for us. But at what cost? I’ve heard, and participated in conversations like the one depicted in this story, and immediately wondered afterward if we’re collectively losing ground in our ability to socialize. Angela’s not happy with a real-world gift; Kelly’s online order backfired... so they’re in the return line. But will we ever be satisfied living somewhere in between?

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