
Capturing loss and uncertainty
by Adriana
Through words, film, and artwork, the play “Dissecting Lily,” captures the sense of loss and uncertainty that invades a community after a teenage suicide. A fellow classmate—somewhat obsessed with her—interviews friends and family in an effort to make a tribute video. Along the way, details begin to unfold, and the scenes begin to unlock the mystery behind her death. Footage of Lily during and in between the scenes reveals more pieces of the puzzle including a surprise turn at the […]
Categories: Jersey City, Performance, Writing • Tags: Collaboration, Dissecting Lily, Jersey City, Jersey City Writers, Performance, Play, StageFEST, Suicide, Theater, Writing