Space Laser, In Space!

by Jillian Blevins

10 MINUTE JEWISH SCI FI COMEDY. Talia and David are crew-mates aboard a laser-armed satellite orbiting Earth. Faced with an unexpected and consequential choice, their disagreement about how to respond becomes a greater argument about identity, faith, and survival.

Finalist in the 48th SAMUEL FRENCH OFF OFF BROADWAY SHORT PLAY FESTIVAL

10 MINUTE JEWISH SCI FI COMEDY. Talia and David are crew-mates aboard a laser-armed satellite orbiting Earth. Faced with an unexpected and consequential choice, their disagreement about how to respond becomes a greater argument about identity, faith, and survival.

Finalist in the 48th SAMUEL FRENCH OFF OFF BROADWAY SHORT PLAY FESTIVAL

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  • Nora Louise Syran: Space Laser, In Space!

    More relevant today than ever with more climate change weather disasters being blamed on a Jewish space laser... A gut punch of a short play. (Oct 4, 2024)

    More relevant today than ever with more climate change weather disasters being blamed on a Jewish space laser... A gut punch of a short play. (Oct 4, 2024)

  • Dana Hall: Space Laser, In Space!

    "Space Laser, In Space!" by Jillian Blevins skillfully merges humor, tension, and an exploration of Jewish identity. Blevins expertly crafts a narrative that is both thought-provoking and engaging, delivering sharp commentary on cultural identity and historical trauma. This play is a compelling blend of science fiction and personal drama, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. With a unique setting, high stakes, well-rounded characters, it is incredibly poignant- I loved it!

    "Space Laser, In Space!" by Jillian Blevins skillfully merges humor, tension, and an exploration of Jewish identity. Blevins expertly crafts a narrative that is both thought-provoking and engaging, delivering sharp commentary on cultural identity and historical trauma. This play is a compelling blend of science fiction and personal drama, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. With a unique setting, high stakes, well-rounded characters, it is incredibly poignant- I loved it!

  • Brent Alles: Space Laser, In Space!

    Of course the absurdity of the premise was created by our whacked-out times, but the premise allows for Blevins to go exploring in a very enjoyable manner. It's darkly funny while at the same time able to probe many issues deeply, which the best satire often does. The interaction between David and Talia is great - funny at times, poignant at others. Easy to see why this is an admired 10-minute, and it would be an excellent piece for festivals and actors around the world. (Except, perhaps, for those places that need a good laser blast.) Great sci-fi stuff!

    Of course the absurdity of the premise was created by our whacked-out times, but the premise allows for Blevins to go exploring in a very enjoyable manner. It's darkly funny while at the same time able to probe many issues deeply, which the best satire often does. The interaction between David and Talia is great - funny at times, poignant at others. Easy to see why this is an admired 10-minute, and it would be an excellent piece for festivals and actors around the world. (Except, perhaps, for those places that need a good laser blast.) Great sci-fi stuff!

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Character Information

  • TALIA
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Jewish
    Character Gender Identity
    She/her
  • DAVID
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Jewish
    Character Gender Identity
    he/him

Development History