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I Heart Hamas: And Other Things I'm Afraid to Tell You

theatre · Chaotic Heart · Ages 14+ · United States

one person show
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i heart hamas: and other things i'm afraid to tell you
RANWA HADDAD uncertified reviewer June 12, 2011
This is a remarkable one-woman-show about the experiences of Palestinian people in general and Palestinian-American immigrants in particular. Ms. Jajeh succeeds in sharing a lot of historical, cultural and political information in a very witty and entertaining performance, all with a minimal amount of props. Kudos to Fringe for bringing us this show!... full review
i heart hamas: and other things i'm afraid to tell you
DAN HENRICKSON uncertified reviewer June 14, 2011
Ms Jaheh shines irony and humor on her experience growing up American in a Palestinian family. Who knew "Ask a Palestinian" was the model for the column by that LA-based Mexican author! Instead of hiding her true self and conforming in order to get ahead, she bares her soul inciting belly laughs, respect and admiration.... full review
i heart hamas: and other things i'm afraid to tell you
ARIANE WHITE uncertified reviewer June 22, 2011
Jajeh does an amazing job of bringing to life the struggles she faces as a Palestinian American woman. She does so with a tremendous amount of humor, while at the same time clearly depicting the horrors of life for the people of Ramallah. This show humanizes the Palestinian experience in a way that is seldom, if ever, seen in mainstream media. Her story is an important one that could benefit many many more audiences.... full review
i heart hamas: and other things i'm afraid to tell you
SAM BLAN uncertified reviewer June 21, 2011
Tonight I watched a woman whose bravery and fortitude is an inspiration to all who struggle to have a voice. At the urging of other Palestinian friends, I went to the show with no expectations. One can postulate from the title that they're definitely in for a highly thought-provoking piece of composition that will leave audiences who seek to gain an understanding of a complex issue through the eyes of this young woman with the simple question of "why?" Jennifer Jajeh's one woman show starts out on the light-hearted end, and while I would have liked her to stay even handed throughout the show (after intermission the laughs are less prevalent), I am appreciative of the honesty in which she covers the annals of history of the region and sp... full review
i heart hamas: and other things i'm afraid to tell you
PATRISSE CULLORS uncertified reviewer June 10, 2011
This one-woman show was by far one the most healing experiences I had as an audience member. Each scene was so methodical and profound. Jennifer is both humorous and dramatic; I want this play to be watched by EVERYBODY. I invited my entire organization to it. ... full review
i heart hamas: and other things i'm afraid to tell you
FLORENCE ISOVIC uncertified reviewer June 14, 2011
It was captivating, funny, serious, educational and very well done. I recommend it to everyone.... full review
i heart hamas: and other things i'm afraid to tell you