Finding Jo March

Finding Jo March was the 2nd of 2 plays we have performed by this playwright and I can say that we are smitten with his intelligent writing, his sensitivity to our young actors and his exploration of the kinds of subjects that are on the minds of our teens. Jo March is an exemplary handling of a teen unsure of their own self and their journey towards understanding. While there is a positive outcome, Mr. Dean allows his main character to leave the play with unanswered questions and more of their journey ahead. The delightful plot device of a play-within-a-play is used adeptly by the playwright to have the audience join in Jo's self-exploration, with flashbacks into Jo's life, leaping from past (Little Women) to present - all without any confusion whatsoever. The leaps are clear and understood, yet still surprising enough to keep interest. Our mostly queer cast fell in love with Jo and all their characters and appreciated the growth and movement in even the "old characters". Our troupe is still talking about this piece and are grateful for the opportunity to perform it.