What Survives

Fabulous performances, exceptional writing, and wonderful staging of five different critical stories of our time. It is a well rehearsed, carefully thought out and profound piece of theater. Told through five evocative stories this play will leave you wanting to continue the conversation with your friends after the show.... full review

What survives is an exploration of today’s challenging political landscape in America through five short plays about various divisive political issues that dovetail into the complicated patchwork that makes up our country. At first glance that description can sound like too much to watch in these dark times, but honestly, the piece felt very resonant and important and not super preachy or heavy. The play masterfully argues both sides of complex current issues with intelligence and nuance, and without feeling bleak or one-sided. I appreciated the undertone of connection, hope and also grief of the country we used to live in but it never falls into powerlessness either. ... full review

A powerful exploration of what it's like to exist in today's sociopolitical climate. Each vingette inspired by a viral quote/headline - shining a light on subjects so many of us lose sleep over. Beautifully written, wonderful acting and direction.... full review

It was about raising awareneds aboyt important topics.... full review

A great start for what could be an amazing idea for a show. Great work using a small stage in a creative way! Lydia Tinsley, Steve Fite, and Shereen Khan were all standouts for me. I hope this writer continues creating for the stage. ... full review

I was immediately brought into the story. It was raw and heartfelt, and I was along for the ride. It was an emotional roller coaster with humor, poignancy, and superior acting. Everyone stayed in character, even when they weren’t in the scene.... full review

This show was OF THIS MOMENT. Incredibly topical and a great example of how theater can help us process what's going on in the world. ... full review

What Survives is a powerful and deeply affecting piece of theatre that tackles difficult subject matter with tremendous thoughtfulness and grace. The play explores some of the most significant challenges facing our modern world while never losing sight of the humanity at the center of the story. What resonated most strongly was the production's emotional honesty. The writing invites reflection while remaining accessible and engaging, encouraging audiences to consider difficult questions through the lens of empathy and resilience. The result is a work that feels both timely and timeless. This is a meaningful, courageous piece of theatre that demonstrates the unique ability of live performance to foster connection and understanding.... full review

I really enjoyed this thought-provoking modern play - poking at the very issues affecting our daily lives and the people around us.... full review

A powerful collection of vignette scenes that reflect the current political climate of the United States that manages to provide insightful and hard hitting questions without being pandering or uncommitted in its perspective.... full review