And Her Children

A heart shattering work of art that has haunted me since I walked out of the theater. ... full review

Riveting performance by actress and co-writer Hailey McAfee. The story, which is very well-crafted, uses comedy, irony, and tragedy to reveal the broad effects of gun violence in the U.S. and, very directly, on a mother/spokesperson for the NRA and her three children. ... full review

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My sister texted a headline after a local event saying “read this,” so I did — mostly out of curiosity. The piece included neighborhood details and a concise explanation of a municipal decision that I hadn’t seen elsewhere. That human detail made policy news feel relevant and worth discussing with friends at dinner. There were also small profiles of local people affected, which made the topic feel grounded. <a href="https://infopetitenation.ca">https://infopetitenation.ca</a> I forwarded the article to my book club and we used it to spark a civic conversation. In Canada, I liked how local angles were foregrounded without losing important background.... full review

"One of the best one-person shows I've ever seen" doesn't give enough credit. ... full review

And Her Children is one of those pieces of theatre, that, after watching, you'll never soon forget. And for damn good reason. And Her Children is an absolute masterclass in theatre, from the raw, unfiltered, heart wrenching writing about gun violence in America, to the insanely remarkable and captivating performance from Hailey Mcafee, to the profound direction from Rosie Glen-Lambert, to the seemingly simplistic to the hauntingly beautiful violin work by Ilana Waniuk, this is by far my favorite dramatic piece I have seen all Fringe. Wow. And Her Children is thought provoking, and begs the question, "how much is too much?" So many questions left unanswered by the end of this incredibly harrowing 90 minute piece, but that's the point of it. I... full review

Really deep, beautiful, affecting writing, directing and performing. What an intelligent, thoughtful, penetrating piece of work. Felt I was in the hands of real pros - with something genuinely important to say. Harrowing and emotional, with touches of real humor. Love seeing real-deal artistry in the fringe. I was IN. Excellent all around! ... full review

WOW! WOW! WOW! and her Children is a Fringe show that will stand out as a piece of powerful LA theater for many years to come. Hailey McAfee is phenomenal. Including the masterful talent of violinist Ilana Wanniuk took this outstanding drama to another level in the very best way possible. ... full review

Best thing I’ve seen at Fringe this year. Maybe the best piece of theater I’ve seen this year.... full review

You want mercy? You want catharsis? It doesn't hurt to want.... full review