My Brother's Gift

inspired by true events

Written By: Claudia Haas

Length: 75-90 minutes

Cast Size: 5-15 actors (suggested casting: 6F, 4M, 2 any)

Genre: Drama

Sub-Genre: Adaptation, Historical

Synopsis:
Based on the remarkable true story of Heinz Geiringer -- neighbor and friend of Anne Frank -- we follow the story of a young artist and loving brother living in unconscionable circumstances. A trained musician at only 15 and now forced to live in hiding and silence, Heintz turns to painting and poetry to express his everyday terror but hope of the future. Through Heinz's inspired paintings, nostal...Read More

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Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$11.99	$0
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Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$11.99	$0
Stage Manager Edition A published edition of the play in a 3-ring binder, single-sided with extra-wide margins for taking notes. Great for stage managers and directors.	$24.99	$0
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Product specification details
Genre	Drama
Sub-genre	Adaptation, Historical
Length Type	Full-Length
Theme	Historical, Family, Social Significance
Cast Size	5-15 actors (suggested casting: 6F, 4M, 2 any)
Approx. Running Time	75-90 minutes
Production Photos	View Photos
Reviews	View Reviews

* Minimum Royalty: $80.00 / performance

Script PDF: $11.00

Acting Edition Book: $11.99

Stage Manager Edition: $24.99

Awards

2022 AATE Distinguished Play Award Winner

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Based on the remarkable true story of Heinz Geiringer -- neighbor and friend of Anne Frank -- we follow the story of a young artist and loving brother living in unconscionable circumstances. A trained musician at only 15 and now forced to live in hiding and silence, Heintz turns to painting and poetry to express his everyday terror but hope of the future. Through Heinz's inspired paintings, nostalgic love of life, and his sister Eva's remembrances, we are shown the power of art to offer hope and healing.

A one-act version with suggestions for virtual performances is also available.

A list of educational and classroom resources for this play is available below

High-resolution photos of Heinz’s paintings are available below to use as projections in the play.

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Chair of Utah Valley University Theatre Dept.
4/18/23

An illuminating new drama

The writing is rich and I believe school theatre programs will be eager to embrace this illuminating new drama.
– Dr. John Newman, Chair, Utah Valley University Department of Theatrical Arts