Bad Jews is the story of Daphna Feygenbaum, a “Real Jew” with an Israeli boyfriend she met on Birthright. When Daphna’s cousin Liam brings home his shiksa girlfriend Melody and declares ownership of their grandfather’s Chai necklace, a vicious and hilarious brawl over family, faith and legacy ensues.
Bad Jews is the story of Daphna Feygenbaum, a “Real Jew” with an Israeli boyfriend she met on Birthright. When Daphna’s cousin Liam brings home his shiksa girlfriend Melody and declares ownership of their grandfather’s Chai necklace, a vicious and hilarious brawl over family, faith and legacy ensues.
"'Bad Jews' is delicious, nasty fun, especially in Tracee Chimo’s expert hands. Her Daphna stares at her opponents with such calculating intensity, you can almost see her brain whirring."
The New York Post
Elisabeth Vincentelli
"[Daphna] is a monster of many unlovely parts, all minutely examined and bravely presented in a fierce perf from Tracee Chimo."
Variety
Marilyn Stasio
"Ultimately, it’s a stunningly knowing work that sent me out of the theater on a cloud of pure exhilaration."
Backstage
Erik Haagensen
"...for most of its 100-minute running time, 'Bad Jews' seasons the fierce battle between Daphna and Liam with enough sharp humor and smart writing to keep us engaged in their fight for moral supremacy."
The New York Times
Charles Isherwood