Bad Jews

2014 IRNE Nominations

The Independent Reviewers of New England have announced their nominations for the 2015 IRNE Awards, and SpeakEasy is proud to have earned 20 nominations for our productions and artists. The ceremony will be held April 13, at 7:30 pm (doors at …

Special Events: Bad Jews

From talkbacks to artists forums to special guest speakers, this Fall is full of special events around SpeakEasy’s production of Bad Jews! Recurring Events: ARTISTS FORUM: Participate in a talkback after the performance, featuring actors and other artists from the show. Friday, November …

BAD JEWS Playwright Joshua Harmon

Playwright Joshua Harmon talks about the origins of BAD JEWS, its ideas of remembrance and memorial, and whether it’s objectively possible to be a “bad” member of any culture.

Meet the Cast: Victor Shopov

Learn about Victor Shopov, the actor who portrays the intelligent and intense Liam.

Meet the Cast: Alison McCartan

An interview with actress Alison McCartan, who plays the fiery Daphna, a young woman known as much for her thick, intense, frizzy, brown hair as for her “holier-than-thou” “in-your-face” attitude.

Meet the Cast: Gillian Mariner Gordon

Gillian Mariner Gordon, the actress who plays Melody, shares her thoughts on her optimistic and sometimes “Pollyanna-ish” character.

Meet the Cast: Alex Marz

Alex Marz talks about playing the reluctant peacekeeper, Jonah.

Bad Jews – A Rabbi’s Reflections

Bad Jews is described as “a seriously smart comedy about family, faith, and legacy.” I would heartily agree… but we must also acknowledge that many people will find it provocative and perhaps even offensive. In the current charged political climate …