Kentucky Lemonade

by Julie Zaffarano

Kentucky Lemonade is the story of two sisters, their mother and their aunt, brought together by the death of their father. In the midst of their grief and practical needs to move on, a family secret is revealed that changes how they define themselves. Funerals often bring out both the best and worst in people, both in what is said and what is not – this story is no exception.

Kentucky Lemonade is the story of two sisters, their mother and their aunt, brought together by the death of their father. In the midst of their grief and practical needs to move on, a family secret is revealed that changes how they define themselves. Funerals often bring out both the best and worst in people, both in what is said and what is not – this story is no exception.

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  • Kim E. Ruyle: Kentucky Lemonade

    Julie Zaffarano’s Kentucky Lemonade is the ideal blend of sweetness and tartness, just like its namesake. What a wonderful opportunity for four mature female actors. Perfect pacing. Sparking dialogue. Riveting conflict. And Dorothy’s malapropisms had me laughing out loud. Terrific!

    Julie Zaffarano’s Kentucky Lemonade is the ideal blend of sweetness and tartness, just like its namesake. What a wonderful opportunity for four mature female actors. Perfect pacing. Sparking dialogue. Riveting conflict. And Dorothy’s malapropisms had me laughing out loud. Terrific!

  • Nimisha Ladva: Kentucky Lemonade

    This is the play women actors need and want. The dialog moves with the speed of family who know how to get a rise out of one another. I felt connected to each character from the very beginning. I laughed out loud, but never lost the ache of loss at the center of this fine play. Put this play on! Your actors and audience will thank you. Also: I'm now wondering who in my life is a "Mary" and who is a "Martha"--you will, too!

    This is the play women actors need and want. The dialog moves with the speed of family who know how to get a rise out of one another. I felt connected to each character from the very beginning. I laughed out loud, but never lost the ache of loss at the center of this fine play. Put this play on! Your actors and audience will thank you. Also: I'm now wondering who in my life is a "Mary" and who is a "Martha"--you will, too!

  • Joe Swenson: Kentucky Lemonade

    I was hooked from the VERY FIRST LINE! It made me desire more creative dialogue and Julie doesn’t disappoint. The poignant relationships between two generations, the fresh dialogue, the superstitions and matching birthmarks, it’s quite an enjoyable ride. Kudos Julie!

    I was hooked from the VERY FIRST LINE! It made me desire more creative dialogue and Julie doesn’t disappoint. The poignant relationships between two generations, the fresh dialogue, the superstitions and matching birthmarks, it’s quite an enjoyable ride. Kudos Julie!

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Development History

  • Type Reading, Organization Everybody's Theatre Company, Year 2021
  • Type Reading, Organization Town and Country Players, Year 2018
  • Type Workshop, Organization Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET), Year 2017
  • Type Reading, Organization Players Club Swarthmore, Year 2017
  • Type Reading, Organization Philadelphia Dramatist Center, Year 2016

Production History

  • Type Community Theater, Year 2022

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