←Recommendations of Character Arc

With great dialog and characterizations, Emily Hageman introduces us to a family dealing with a family problem: who takes care of the parent. We recognize all the lives on pause - most especially the father's, whose life has already lost his character. Our nightmares and our family problems are presented in this often universal portrait - with a ray of hope, when one sister takes a giant step. Nicely done.

With great dialog and characterizations, Emily Hageman introduces us to a family dealing with a family problem: who takes care of the parent. We recognize all the lives on pause - most especially the father's, whose life has already lost his character. Our nightmares and our family problems are presented in this often universal portrait - with a ray of hope, when one sister takes a giant step. Nicely done.

Emily Hageman play “Character Arc” is authentic in its dialog of things said and not said. As this family struggles with what is best for each member, they know there is not a good solution, only the “least worst”. The childhood roles we play in our families take us into adulthood. This play mirrors it all.

This one-act includes well-drawn characters who manage to communicate fully who they are, and who they are to each other, through energetic dialogue. Each one, and their relationships with each other, truly have an "arc." The ending is touching in a way that audience members will instantly relate to.

I love this play. Love it. Hageman is talented in the fact she pulls together a story while making us feel like we are peeking in on an intimate moment. I've lived through a similar experience and the writing was beautiful and true. I learn from her writing how to create solid structure as well.

There is so much more story here than a one-act can hold. Emily Hageman shines in her portrayal of the difficult family relationships when dealing with Alzheimers. And if the relationships were difficult before that...? None of us are one thing. We are a mixture of many, often contradictory things. Hageman's play highlights our state of being and gives us a play that stays with us.

A play that is full of heart. Hageman shows with these sisters how characters can be vulnerable, flawed, and strong all at the same time.

A bittersweet one-act play. Three sisters experience a flood of emotions while visiting their dying father. Emily Hageman's play successfully dramatizes sibling rivalry, love, loss and redemption.

So deserving of its award, this taut play by Hageman explores an offstage father's illness from the perspective of three fractious sisters who are trying to be good daughters while dealing with their conflicted and difficult family memories. The play contains strong roles for women, terrific dialogue, and a very moving storyline. Would love to see it on stage.

Three layered roles for women. Full of witty banter, and drama. A great one act that speaks to the struggle of losing a parent, and coming to terms with who your family really is.