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We are so honored to receive an honorable mention for the Kirby Walker Documentary Award. THANK YOU @SFFILM!!!

"This film is a sheer delight to experience, filled with inventive, refreshingly exciting visual and emotional surprises at every turn—a deeply heartfelt exploration of friendship taking a wonderfully artistic approach. Using puppetry, constructed miniatures, and a treasure trove of Yo’s family photos along with other archival footage, we are instantly taken on a journey that invites us into a hand-crafted memory palace that brings both Yo’s stories as well as her deeply moving, lifelong friendship with director Anna Fitch into focus. Without this richly constructed, cinematic portrait, Yo’s life might have vanished into the mists of Pacific Grove, so this film is charged with a sense of urgency – as well as delight. It’s message: let your inner-maverick chart your course with curiosity and courage, keep those you love close by, live your life with few regrets, and wander through the world with discovery and wonder as your compass."

@fitch.anna @bankerwhite @unadosa
@hroodman @kailaelee Simon Cheffins @robin_frohardt @goursaudanne @elijahstvns @douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @cvonkuhn @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @lawrence_eversonm @firsthandfilms_official

#dcdoxfest26 #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

We are so honored to receive an honorable mention for the Kirby Walker Documentary Award. THANK YOU @SFFILM!!!

"This film is a sheer delight to experience, filled with inventive, refreshingly exciting visual and emotional surprises at every turn—a deeply heartfelt exploration of friendship taking a wonderfully artistic approach. Using puppetry, constructed miniatures, and a treasure trove of Yo’s family photos along with other archival footage, we are instantly taken on a journey that invites us into a hand-crafted memory palace that brings both Yo’s stories as well as her deeply moving, lifelong friendship with director Anna Fitch into focus. Without this richly constructed, cinematic portrait, Yo’s life might have vanished into the mists of Pacific Grove, so this film is charged with a sense of urgency – as well as delight. It’s message: let your inner-maverick chart your course with curiosity and courage, keep those you love close by, live your life with few regrets, and wander through the world with discovery and wonder as your compass."

@fitch.anna @bankerwhite @unadosa
@hroodman @kailaelee Simon Cheffins @robin_frohardt @goursaudanne @elijahstvns @douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @cvonkuhn @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @lawrence_eversonm @firsthandfilms_official

#dcdoxfest26 #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Thank You Jessie Fairbanks, Anne Lai Mia Karslund Rod Armstrong and the entire @SFFILm team for an absolutely incredible week. So special to experience our North American Premiere together with our creative team, close friends and Yo's four children grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the theater with us.

@fitch.anna
@bankerwhite
@unadosa
@hroodman
Simon Cheffins
@robin_frohardt @kailaelee
@goursaudanne
@elijahstvns
@douglaschoiuk @tinibassenger @sonsofrigor, @nancy.stephens.official @whitewaterfilms, @facet.ltd, @jessamineburgum @karadurrett @pinkypromisefilms, @heyrobina, @bklynrouleur @gabsnadig @stormcityfilms @inmaatfoundation @katybarksdale @rockdalefoundation @secretsaucemediallc @mcinnis_kathleen @seethroughfilmsofficial
@jessewessej @rda.color @jjeffking @firsthandfilms_official #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Photos by @instaphil, @bankerwhite

Yo (Love is a Rebellious Bird) @theYOfilm is heading to @SFFILM for its US Premiere. San Francisco is the city where it all began - it was our home for 25 years, and having Yo’s family and our full creative team with us is going to make it even more special.

This project has been a 16-year adventure with a dream team of creative partners in cinema, puppetry, animal wrangling, and art making. It has been an absolute pleasure making art with all of you - can’t wait for more!

Anna and Banker @fitch.anna @bankerwhite
Our Producers: Sara Dosa @unadosa and Hannah Roodman @hroodman
Set Builder: Simon Cheffins,
Puppet Maker: Robin Frohardt @robin_frohardt
Camera: Andy Mitchell @andyknightmitchell,
Editorial consultant: Anne Goursaud @goursaudanne
Story Consultant: Lloyd Taylor,
CoProducers: Elijah Stephens @elijahstvns and Kaila Lee @kailaelee
Original Score: Tyler Strickland @tylerstrickland
Art Department: @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen,, Sam Clevenger @cattails_asylum, Pamela Holm @pamela.holm, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis, @firsthandfilms_official , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @noisefilmtv, Robert Arnold @rda.color, Jeff King, @lawrence_everson

Executive Producers: Douglas Choi @douglaschoiuk and Martina Bassenger @tinibassenger (Sons of Rigor @sonsofrigor), John Boccardo and Derek Esplin, Maida Lynn (Facet @facet.ltd),
Jessamine Burgum @jessamineburgum and Kara Durrett @karadurrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromisefilms), @heyrobina Robina Riccitiello, Sheri Sobrato, Dennis Masel @bklynrouleur and Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City Films @stormcityfilms), Rick Rosenthal and Nancy Stephens @nancy.stephens.official (Whitewater Films @whitewaterfilms), Katy Barksdale @katybarksdale (The Rockdale Foundation @rockdalefoundation)

#SFFILM #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird #ArtTakesTime

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Purim ACTIVATED!

It’s hard to put it into words, but I’m gonna start trying…
90 minutes of musical satire about Ai Empire, with glitches of shabari, an anatomy lesson using a real heart, stirring song and poetry - co-created in 6 weeks with 9 performer/writers, and supported by over 50 community members, watched by over 650 people in three days - and countless hours of scheming with the dreamiest collaborator badasses @sobez and @hroodman 🥰🥰🥰🥰

This project renewed my belief in and devotion to community-made theatre ritual as a tool to connect us to our hearts and each other, so we have the resilience to face up to and resist reality.

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Thank you Berlinale - @berlinale for an absolutely magical week. We can’t imagine a more spectacular way to introduce YO to the world. Anna Fitch, @fitch.anna you were incredible, effortlessly gracious and it was so fun to see you in action ❤️ Dylan and Oscar you were your beautiful selves and you melted hearts. @andyknightmitchell 30 years and we are still at it - so fun to have you there - can’t wait for 30 more. Our team on the ground made it so special thank you @kailaelee, @elijahstvns @esthervanmessel @firsthandfilms_official @noisefilmtv. AND to our amazing team who worked with us for years we can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, ; @unadosa, @hroodman @goursaudanne @robin_frohardt Simon Cheffins, @tylerstrickland @jjeffking @rda.color
All of our amazing EPs who supported and encouraged us for the last many years - Thank You @douglaschoiuk, @sonsofrigor @stormcityfilms @whitewaterfilms @pinkypromise.world. Douglas Choi & Martina Bassenger (Sons of Rigor), Rick rosenthalRosenthal & Nancy Stephens (Whitewater Films)
Maida Lynn (Facet),Dennis Masel & Gabrielle Nadig @gabsnadig (Storm City), Jessamine Burgum & Kara Durrett (Pinky Promise @pinkypromise.world ), Robina Riccitiello @heyrobina, Sheri Sobrato, John Boccardo & Derek Esplin, @inmaatfoundation, Katy Barksdale (Rockdale Foundation); @RockdaleFoundation; @cvonkuhn, @sundance_catalyst@sffilm @tribecafilmins @lef_foundation @berkeleyfilmfoundation @fleishhacker_foundation @headlandsarts @familycaregiveralliance
And all the amazing people who helped us with this labor of love over the last 16 years, we are feeling so grateful. Lloyd Taylor, @jessewessej Chandler Biggs, Danielle Mulcahy @daniellemulcahyart, Tim Laursen @timothylaursen, Kaila Lee @kailaelee, @cattails_asylum, Jimbo Matison @jimboispretty, Heidi Fleisher @hiflyparis , Orlando Torres @otcinema, Theo Rigby @theofilms, Samantha Grant @saminstagrant, @lawrence_everson
#WorldPremiere #Berlinale #theYOfilm #LoveIsARebelliousBird ArtTakesTime My 12 thumbs are failing me exhausted on my phone, so goodnight from berlin for now…

Tickets are LIVE!
The empire is glitching 💥
The broligarchs are circling 🦈
And a hacker is on her way… 🔥
PULSE, PULSE, GLITCH! 🔮⚡

A queer, absurdist Purim spiel remix of the Book of Esther—part satire , part ritual, part smutty dystopian megillah fever dream, co-written and directed by Reboot network member, @hroodman.

Come in costume 👑, and let’s turn the world upside down—it’s Purim in the panopticon.

📅 There are three shows Feb 27–March 1 (Fri–Sun) in Berkeley
🎟️ Tickets at link in bio.

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

PURIM 5785
Berkeley, CA ~ March 14, 2025

“The Purim Shpiel tradition has long been a space for political satire, critique, and the expression of rage, grief, and the urgent desire for change. At a time when current events feel absurdly sinister, we felt it was essential to ground our research in the ideological forces shaping both our government and contemporary Jewish life. We examined the role of Christian Nationalism, the weaponization of antisemitism by institutions like The Heritage Foundation—particularly through their initiative, Project Esther—and its entanglement with Jewish exceptionalism. We explored the origins of the Megillah, and dove into Ishtar mythology. We wrote spells and songs. We let impulse lead.

Last Friday night, we met in person for the first time, over a shabbat meal. We created ritual, set our intentions, and began to till the soil of our collective creative mission. On Saturday, our group scripted and learned lyrics and choreography. On Sunday we threw it all together. We see this mad dash creative process - the bravery, boldness, and irreverence it calls for -as a kind of portal for community catharsis and connection. And isn’t that just what we need in 2025?!”

Produced by @wellofwillscollective @kikilipsett @sobez / Written by @hroodman @nessoono @kikilipsett with the cast/ directed by @nessoono
Adapted Lyrics by @kikilipsett
Production design by @meiravi

#performance #jewishart #queerart #experimental #experimentaltheatre #performanceart #socialpractice

Commemorating the past year of the pandemic and our collective journey and healing ahead... watch here: https://www.wellofwills.com/thearkshortfilm

Misc thoughts re: the premiere of my film tonight:

1. Uh oh, do people want to reflect on their emotional journey through the pandemic?
2. LOL, DEF NOT
3. JK YES, that’s what art is for.
4. Sorry to my quasi-orthodox Jewish father who is a little mortified that my bare boobies make a micro appearance in this film.
5. Holy cow, a year ago, the seeds of this film were planted // @wellofwillscollective began Shared Process (see next images!)
6.Remember how good this moment feels.

XOXOX, buy a ticket if you haven’t (link in bio), and see you tonight!
-han

Misc thoughts re: the premiere of my film tonight:

1. Uh oh, do people want to reflect on their emotional journey through the pandemic?
2. LOL, DEF NOT
3. JK YES, that’s what art is for.
4. Sorry to my quasi-orthodox Jewish father who is a little mortified that my bare boobies make a micro appearance in this film.
5. Holy cow, a year ago, the seeds of this film were planted // @wellofwillscollective began Shared Process (see next images!)
6.Remember how good this moment feels.

XOXOX, buy a ticket if you haven’t (link in bio), and see you tonight!
-han

Misc thoughts re: the premiere of my film tonight:

1. Uh oh, do people want to reflect on their emotional journey through the pandemic?
2. LOL, DEF NOT
3. JK YES, that’s what art is for.
4. Sorry to my quasi-orthodox Jewish father who is a little mortified that my bare boobies make a micro appearance in this film.
5. Holy cow, a year ago, the seeds of this film were planted // @wellofwillscollective began Shared Process (see next images!)
6.Remember how good this moment feels.

XOXOX, buy a ticket if you haven’t (link in bio), and see you tonight!
-han

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

BIG FALL ENERGY.

For my 31st birthday, all I wanted was to bring the magic makers in my life together, to wear our favorite fall colors, and read each other secret love poems sealed in scarlet envelopes.

Some 🍒’s on top include: @elanatreestar performing an improvised song about my love for Shabbat and my 🍑 , @noonnz_ majestic leaf crown, @ezrabookman’s completely homemade gourmet pizza dinner, and an opportunity to feel like Peter Pan for an hour, flying in the trees (see last pic).

*What a wonder that the older I get, the deeper my connection to PLAY as a core mode of my self-expression becomes.

*Birthday wishes include: abolish jail! (See photo 9)*

The fight for justice is both in the streets and in the heavens - that it’s both physical and spiritual. For the next 40 days leading into Tisha B’av, a day of fasting and mourning, I and others at @jfrejnyc will be making Teshuvah at dusk each day by lifting up our voices and shofars to the heavens, crying out for spiritual deliverance from systemic racism. We invite you to join us for any or all of these 40 days of Teshuvah, whether from your home or in the public square for all to hear. We will be at Grand Army Plaza to cry out and blast the shofar at 7:45pm EST each day. Join us in the street and/or share your own videos of crying out with these hashtags #40DaysofTeshuvah #SpiritualJustice #BlackLivesMatter #DefundPolice #jewsforblacklives ✨graphic by me

Right now, people are being sent to prison in the middle of a pandemic because they are fighting against a 400 year old genocide. Together, we can and we must dismantle this racist system, once and for all. ✨Ps: We are not cool if you are ignoring this✨ #georgefloyd, #ahmaudarbery , #breonnataylor #tonymcdade (cc/donate to: @brooklynbailfund —following @palipocket’s cue to make sure we don’t let more ppl end up stuck in prison right now. The last thing we need.