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The history of a Jewish population in Afghanistan dates back to 1200. At one time, Jews in that country numbered 40,000 strong. By 1996, under the fundamentalist Taliban rule, only five Jewish families remained; all else had immigrated to other parts of the world.more >
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With the possible exceptions of folks who are offended at the slightest questions about God, the Bible or the like. For the rest of us, this is well worth the time and ticket.more > — Robert McKinney, Bristol Herald Courier, tricities.com
Two Jews Walk into a War...
By Seth Rozin
A Refreshing and Surprising Comedy Inspired by real-life events, this hysterical and poignant comedy follows the story of the last two Jews in Afghanistan whose temple has been ransacked and their Torah stolen. Together they wish to rebuild and restore the community – but the problem is that these two pillars of the society can't stand each other. With precise comic timing this unusual comedy cleverly poses provocative questions about faith, freedom and intolerance while reminding us that religion can bring us together even in impossible times. Tickets starting at $27. Not recommended for 17 and under.
- Mature Language
- Mature Themes
Stage: Barter Stage II
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Michael Poisson, Rick McVey
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Michael Poisson, Rick McVey
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Rick McVey, Michael Poisson
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Michael Poisson, Rick McVey
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Michael Poisson, Rick McVey
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Michael Poisson, Rick McVey
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Rick McVey, Michael Poisson
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Rick McVey, Michael Poisson
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Rick McVey, Michael Poisson
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Michael Poisson, Rick McVey
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Rick McVey, Michael Poisson
Cast & Credits
THE CAST
Zeblyan: Rick McVey
Ishaq: Michael Poisson
THE COLLABORATORS
Director: Mary Lucy Bivins
Set Designer: Derek Smith
Costume Designer: Adrienne Webber
Lighting Designer: Camille Davis
Sound Designer: Miles Polaski
Properties Designer: Helen Stratakes
Wig & Makeup Designer: Ryan Fischer
Stage Manager: John “JP” Pollard
Corporate Sponsor:
Barter Foundation Board of Trustees
Media Sponsors:
WAPK-TV; Smyth County News & Messenger; 105 Thunder Country; 102.5 The Renegade; WETS-FM
Season Sponsors:
Alpha Natural Resources, Bristol Virginia Utilities, Eastman Credit Union, Mountain States Health Alliance & The United Company
