My Name Is Asher Lev
Premiering in Sydney after an award-winning Off-Broadway season, MY NAME IS ASHER LEV plays at the Eternity Playhouse, Darlinghurst, until Sunday 29 May. Under the direction of Moira Blumenthal, it stars Annie Byron, Tim McGarry and John O’Hare. The play won the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play and the prestigious John Gassner Award for playwriting, and is based on the iconic novel by Chaim Potok.
MY NAME IS ASHER LEV explores tensions between tradition and art, family and self.
"Nicely crafted, well acted and directed." Stage Whispers
“One of the best plays of the year!” Huffington Post
“You should see it, your children should see it, everyone should see it!” New York Magazine
“Compellingly personal yet universal.” Associated Press
Feedback/Comments
I didn't find the play to really be about any struggle. It was more autobiographical and didn't explore the issues you would think one would face being in the position of Asher lev.
All said, the acting was marvellous!!! Different play, same actors and it would have been a completely different review. I did enjoy learning about the Jewish culture and that was my favourite part.
captivating and thought provoking
Beautifully characterised. Issues still current today. Blumenthal was superb again in capturing the emotional anguish. Great theatre to discover!
Interesting play and venue, really enjoyed the night, thanks.
Captivating. Without any melodrama the play draws you in with its universal theme of individual versus family expectations.
Fabulous theatre - a really beautiful building and a very interesting programme of plays.
I loved this play.So much resonated with me. Wonderful acting, beautiful theatre. Look forward to future plays here.
A thoughtful examination of th issues of growing up with a passion that defies your society's social norms. Not overly dramatic, but it makes you think. Acting was well done. Lovely theatre. - get there early enough to try the desserts!
Captivating & moving. Absolutely brilliant show!