←Recommendations of 37 Origami Bees

JACQUELYN FLOYD-PRISKORN turns a moment when you try to come to terms with being alone, without your recently dearly departed spouse of thirty-six years, into a sentimental, heartwarming conversation with a wonderful ending. I found “37 Origami Bees” to be a nice read, and look forward to seeing it performed in The Orange Players “Acting Up!”

This beautiful play reminds us of the lasting light our loved ones bring to our lives, even after they're gone. The "37 Origami Bees" metaphor is perfectly woven in, without feeling forced or too sudden. The characters are clear, the symbolism perfectly understandable, and the pacing right on time. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one will be touched by this story. Bravo.

This short play captures grief in a highly theatrical but still very much grounded way. The use of origami as a motif throughout the piece was perfectly done, and the final reveal is the emotional high point. An absolutely beautiful and moving play that audiences would love. Bravo, Jacquelyn!

Having read a number of the installations of the 37 Origami Bees series, I find this to be one of the more successful efforts, moving beyond the literal concept and going to a more emotional place.

Beautiful and sentimental, this play touches the heart from the very beginning. Although Max had clearly been ill, he still had one more origami bee left in him, so its down to a very caring hospice worker to deliver his final gift.
Simply a gorgeous and moving two hander.

Impressive! Characters we can love and empathize with and then a hook to the bees when I thought it was too late. Great final image and a wonderful exercise.

Do you want your heart broken in the most moving, life affirming way? Do I have a play for you! Our protagonist, Jo, is not always on her best behavior in the wake of a recent loss, but Rae is a godsend, helping her navigate her fresh, alien grief in multiple ways. Despite the length, there is such a deep sense of history and love between the characters, seen and unseen, making the world feel so visceral and lived in. Stunningly paced and incredibly moving, this will make many people feel seen.

A lovely, poignant short that will tug at your heartstrings in all the right ways. Jacquie Floyd-Priskorn's 37 Origami Bees will stay with you long after the lights fade.

This is the type of piece that will leave the audience holding their breath on the final line. A beautiful, heartwrenching play.

Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn has taken a prompt and spun gold out of it. What a sweet testament to the love left behind by those who’ve passed on.