Playwright

I write scripts for plays which then go on to be staged in theatrical productions for festivals and theater. I write dialogue, settings and stage directions. Sometimes I write lyrics for songs used in theater (musical) productions.

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Recent work

I’m constantly writing new work. Won’t publish anything about “work on hand”, but below you find some recent projects.

Van Borsjt tot Pindakaas

A story of migration, by a migrant or refugee. A quest for identity sparked by a journalist who unexpectedly held up a mirror.

  • Dutch-language show with songs, made for Schools.
  • Age 9 and above.
  • Duration: 40 minutes.
  • Themes: refugees, migration, integration, Eastern European culture, Jewish culture, identity and diversity.

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Zij zagen Oorlog

Tiktok on a stage: 6 short stories about people that take a decision with good intentions. And then they have to live with the consequences.

  • Dutch-language show with songs.
  • Age 15 and above.
  • Duration: 60 minutes.
  • Themes: freedom, glorification of a person, antisemitism, prejudice, value-driven choosing and unconditional love.

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Musical Truly Stoked!

A musical about a young girl with a dream and a world full of prejudice. I wrote the script, all dialogue and the lyrics for all songs. In Dutch and English. This show comes in three versions:

  • STOKED! a mini-musical for schools, theater and festivals. Duration: 30 minutes. Language: Dutch or English.
  • Raw Stoked: (street)festival edition. Duration: 20-30 minutes. Language: Dutch or English.