Between The Threads (Jewish Women Project) NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (35)
See it if you care about feminism and identity questions. You enjoy a refreshing take on the plurality of Judaism
Don't see it if you need elaborate stating and production. You have no tolerance for any form of identity politics
See it if you like stories about women and theatre that mixes movement, songs, music. You don't have to be Jewish to relate to this piece.
Don't see it if you want a traditional play or linear story.
See it if You like the idea of exploring your roots, Jewish or other...like small, intimate productions. Are interested in history of jewish culture.
Don't see it if you need a linear plot, like big productions, are not interested in Jewish cultural and religious themes (altho I believe they are universal
See it if If you like unconventional storytelling told by a talented cast of women.
Don't see it if You want a straight forward script with full sets,
See it if You are interested in lives of Jewish (or any other) women (or people) of various backgrounds
Don't see it if You have no interest in how people's backgrounds influence their lives
See it if How Jewishness affects these women’s living in nowadays world; non-linear story telling; beautiful violin accompaniment;
Don't see it if You are not interested in Jewish women’s story; you prefer something fast and exciting
See it if you have an interest in the lives of young Jewish women. This delightful show deals with the diaspora, sexism & family issues. Quite moving.
Don't see it if If you have no interest in Jewish issues, or are not interested in seeing a play that only has female cast members.
See it if you would enjoy learning of the challenges and joys of young Jewish women in today's society. Good vignettes from various backgrounds.
Don't see it if you are looking for a play with a story. This is more performance art based on true experiences. Some talk is fast and soft thereby unheard.
Critic Reviews (3)
"In just 75 minutes, the Jewish Women Project's 'Between the Threads' reveals a treasure trove of Jewish culture, lore, feminine wisdom and history. The seven women who together have written and staged 'Between the Threads' have created a tight-knit work full of love, drama, humor and truth, a tapestry of interwoven wisdom tapping into the experiences of all the women involved."
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"Honest and unflinching...It was all beautifully written, sometimes very raw, sometimes hopeful, even humorous. The six women were a perfect ensemble, working together seamlessly and almost as one being on the stage. The abstract movement and violin music added wonderfully to the piece...The two paired brilliantly with the stories, varying themselves in tone and emotion...A piece of theatre that truly used the form to its utmost potential."
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"Superb...The women make direct eye contact with the audience, reaching out for catharsis, and it’s easy to respond to them as they lay their feelings bare with humor and intelligence. In some way they recall Tevye's daugthers...trying to find their place in Judaism and the world outside. It’s no simple task; it might be a matrilineal religion, but it’s still men who call the shots..The women are joyous and happy even as they grapple with disturbing aspects of their religion."
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