“The solution to the cycle of violence? Artistic Director Burton Wolfe proposes a  solution in his new musical, NEIGHBORS… It’s moving… The songs are frequently touching and well performed… At the play’s end, the opening night audience was moved to its feet –an ovation with much applause and many shouts of ‘bravo.’ Wolfe’s vision had moved their hearts.” 
Reviewed by Marty Fugate, Arts and Entertainment Editor, The Observer, USA
  

“In its premiere performance, the play is truly powerful… In the words of Mahatma    Gandhi, ‘If you want peace, you must begin with the children…’ The pace never slows down… Love is my Religion, and Leaving You are likely to bring tears. The dark A    Brainwash to Death is a dramatic scene you won’t forget. In the end, it all comes together in a very surprising way.” 
Reviewed by Kay Pruden, Special to the Herald USA   
 

NEIGHBORS brings a message of peace. Wolfe has written the book and lyrics to 20 musical numbers… Abraham sings to his wife Sarah,It’s All Been a Blessing Shared with You which captures the sweetness and intimacy of a long-married couple… Fatima’s Song,  A New World is Born,  and the play’s anthem, Safe to Live, were strong moving musical moments…”

Reviewed by Karen Mamone, Pelican Press, USA

THE METHOD IS THE MESSAGE

Why an  Israel production with a mixed cast performed in three languages?  NEIGHBOR’S message is not only in the spoken words and sung lyrics, it can be witnessed immediately in the production method… It’s palpable. Audiences can see and feel the mutual respect and unity of diverse performers, cultures & faiths acting together and performing in each other’s languages. The method itself becomes a testimony to understanding, mutual acceptance and the diverse beauty and  sanctity  of Life – themes found in NEIGHBORS.