Off The Page

Off the Page
April 29-May 2, 2009
Teatro Heckscher of El Museo del Barrio

About The Show

The performance follows a young playwright as she creates her first play. She sets out to capture what it means to be young and alive in New York City in hopes of giving voice to what’s real for the youth of her generation. As she struggles to write her play honestly, she uncovers the truth of her character’s lives –and discovers the tragedy that inevitably arises from them. In the end, she, like the characters she creates, discovers the true responsibility that comes with creation, and the triumph of overcoming tragedy.

Audience Feedback

“I was deeply moved and highly impressed with the talent and the truth and the level of the writing, choreography and dancing and singing—so excellent.”
“What a truly amazing show!”
“It is clear that this is a powerful and intense experience for everyone involved.”
“I fell in love with your program all over again last night.  The show was nothing short of fantastic.”
“I LOVED IT!!!!!!”
“The performance was inspirational for our youth!”
“It was an inspirational and amazing performance.”
“I could relate to a lot in the play.”
“I was so impressed with absolutely every aspect of the performance.”
“Best performance I’ve seen in a long time.”
“It was well put together and pin-pointed many issues that I can relate to.”
“Keep doing this.”
“Deeply moved and entertained – Hope you take this on the road!”
“My youth loved it.”
“The cast brought me to tears!”
“You guys should try Broadway – it had that impact.”
“Exceeded my expectations – Absolutely AMAZING!”
“True story.”
“How do you do it?!”
“Very impressed, thought it was a great show!  Loved it!”
“I feel that this is a good opportunity for kids who may not be able to know different kinds of people to do just that.”
“I am continually impressed by your program.  What you accomplish with students not chosen on the basis  of talent is amazing!”
“Life changing – never seen a young cast perform so professional!  Loved it!”

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