Bad Jews
by Joshua Harmon

Name: Bad Jews
Brand: Joshua Harmon
SKU: 9781468309508
Rating: 5 (340 reviews)

Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

90 minsAmerican Comedy

What readers are saying

Readers generally describe the play as a beautifully written exploration of Jewish identity and familial conflict. They appreciate its sharp dialogue, compelling characters, and humor, while many express a desire to see it performed on stage. However, some feel that the excessive swearing detracts from the overall experience and that the characters can be unlikable at times.

Well written and poignantHilarious and engagingCompelling charactersThought-provoking and relatableExcessive swearing detracts from the play

Synopsis

Bad Jews tells the story of Daphna Feygenbaum, a “Real Jew” with an Israeli boyfriend.

When Daphna’s cousin Liam brings home his shiksa girlfriend Melody and declares ownership of their grandfather’s Chai necklace, a vicious and hilarious brawl over family, faith and legacy ensues.

ThemesJewish families--Drama Jewish families Jews Jews--New York (State)--New York--Drama PS3608.A7486 B33 2017