Asher Lev's Artistic Struggle: Stageworks Theatre's New Play

0:00Local headlines in two minutes or less, you're tuned in to Tampa Bay News today. Stage Works Theatre in Tampa is bringing the play. My name is Asher Lev to the stage. It's based on Hyene Patauk's novel about a young Hasidic Jewish boy in 1950s New York. The story dives into his struggle between family expectations, faith, and his passion for art. The production uses just three actors who play multiple parts. And Jeremy Kahn stars as Asher, the main character wrestling with his inner drive to create. Landing Green takes on both his strict father and his art teacher, while another actor portrays his mother. Producing artistic director Carla Hartley notes that the play offers lessons for anyone balancing community ties with personal goals. The cast shares how Asher faces pushback from his world, where artistic pursuits clash with religious missions. The show breaks into four sections, with Asher often speaking directly to the audience to guide them through different times in his life. This set of keeps things intimate and engaging.

1:01It opens Thursday, March 5th, and runs Fridays through Sundays until March 22nd. Tickets cost between $30 and $50. Check the theatre's website for details and to grab seats. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. And you need a moment alone. Just lay back and listen. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com