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Jessica Feder-Birnbaum

Recommended by Jessica Feder-Birnbaum

  • Shabbat Shalom, Singles by Margot Connolly
    14 Aug. 2021
    “ Lovely and relatable slice of life. Strong sense of place and convincing relationships. There are twists and turns throughout which keep the action moving forward and lead to a satisfying finale.
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  • SYATP by Mark Loewenstern
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ A young woman, "HOSTESS", grieves and leads her community of fellow students simultaneously. While fervent in her beliefs, she opens her heart to those who don't agree with her. Recommended for theaters, educational settings, gun safety training, diversity/tolerance seminars, houses of worship.
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  • Rounds Per Second by Diana Burbano
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ Haunting imagery, racism, class disparity and spiritual meaning are depicted in this exchange between a college professor and the housekeeper that comes in to clean her office. ”
  • Two Candles (A Monologue) by Lee R. Lawing
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ A poignant and relatable monologue. A woman who has turned away from her Baptist faith, finds refuge in a Catholic church, after two women from her hometown have been killed in crossfire. ”
  • Velas Votivas by John Minigan
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ In Velas Votivas, lighting a candle is a small, but powerful gesture as we commemorate those no longer with us. FATHER DOMINIC, the protagonist, brings us on his journey as he remembers the tragic shootings of both his Aunt and a beloved parishioner. Audiences of all ages will relate to the acts of using rituals and prayer to heal pain. ”
  • The Games We Play by Sharai Bohannon
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ So much heartbreak is depicted in jumprope game rhymes by two sisters as they grapple with their father's tragic death. Recommended for theaters, school settings, houses of worship and gun safety training programs.
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  • Only Human by Jennifer O'Grady
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ ROB, the priest, finds meaning in the death of his mentor/priest LARRY (a practical joker) by hearkening back to the relationship between JESUS and LAZARUS. ROB allows his vulnerability to show as he grapples with tragedy. This is a most moving, and humanizing monologue. ”
  • BROTHERS by Rachael Carnes
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ "Brothers" captures the warmth, innocence, and kindness that characterized David and Cecil Rosenthal, two differently abled men that were tragically killed in the Tree of Life Synagogue's mass shooting. Recommended for theaters, educational settings, gun safety programs, and houses of worship. ”
  • A SHELL OF WHO SHE ONCE WAS by Greg Burdick
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ "A Shell of Who She Once Was," is a potent reminder of how we physically seek to hold on for dear life to what is forever lost. CAROL, the widow, and OFFICER, a female police officer surprisingly connect in the wake of tragedy. Recommended for theaters, gun safety programs, educational settings, and houses of worship. ”
  • Carrot Sticks (5 min play) by Hope Villanueva
    7 Apr. 2021
    “ The comfort of small routines magnifies familial bonds during a tragic loss. Relatable and believable. Hope Villaneuva says so much with so few words in this beautifully written drama. Recommended for theaters, educational settings, gun safety programs, and houses of worship. ”

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