Michael Longhurst
Bad Jews
A beloved grandfather has died, and a treasured family heirloom with religious significance is up for grabs. But who is most deserving of it? Bossy, overbearing, fanatically religious Daphna? Her wealthy cousin Liam, who’s just returned from skiing with his non-Jewish girlfriend Melody? Or Jonah, his brother, who would prefer not to get involved in the fight?
A cramped Manhattan apartment becomes the setting for a viciously hilarious brawl over family, faith and legacy as the contenders set at each others' throats on the night after the funeral.
Michael Longhurst directs Jenna Augen and Ilan Goodman in Joshua Harmon's comedy.
in Michael Longhurst’s beautifully nuanced and paced production, our sympathies shift at disconcerting speed between Jenna Augen’s ingeniously sharp-tongued Daphna and Ilan Goodman’s splenetic and sweary Liam.
Dominic CavendishThe Telegraph
This is an outstanding production from director Michael Longhurst… This is a brutal, feral script with great soul; the searing observations of what religion actually means is deftly handled and the excellent performances ensure a fine balance; both challenging the audience and providing much food for thought.
Petra SchofieldWhat's On Stage
The tension is palpable and … under Michael Longhurst’s assured direction highs and lows are well-paced.
Claire HayesThe Public Reviews
There will be no justice in the world if this shockingly good production does not transfer to London.
Paul TaylorIndependent
Michael Longhurst's production … has the right claustrophobic intensity and is acted with suitable passion.
Michael BillingtonThe Guardian
