BACKWARDS
FORWARDS BACK

by Jacqueline Goldfinger

Directed by Brendan Ragan

A National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere

EXTENDED TO APRIL 30, 2023

Wednesday-Sunday

When a soldier returns from war carrying the ghosts of his tour, he’s faced with a sobering decision: address his alarming PTSD with Virtual Reality therapy, or risk losing access to his family forever. Can this new technology re-calibrate the brains and bodies of wounded soldiers?

This electric, vivid, one-man drama studies the power of healing and finding

strength in vulnerability.

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Critics on BACKWARDS FORWARDS BACK:

"A spellbinding performance... Backwards Forwards Back is a riveting look at the horrors of combat PTSD through the experience of a returning soldier." -The Bradenton Times (full review)

"A riveting production...a bravura performance by L. James." -The Gabber (full review)

"It’s powerful stuff... Goldfinger’s dialogue is razor-sharp; her storytelling is laser-focused. Backwards Forwards Back reminds you that warriors are people." -The Observer (full review)

"James creates a gripping picture...He makes PTSD real and human and we feel we really get to know and understand the challenges he faces." -Sarasota Herald-Tribune (full review)

"Powerful and compelling...Through James’ intense performance the audience is taken vividly through the soldier’s psyche."-Sarasota Magazine (full review)

Join us on Thursdays for our post-show talkback series, featuring the cast and CEO of Operation Warrior Resolution, Kendra Simpkins.

Content disclaimer: Contains adult language, sudden loud noises and descriptions of military violence. We invite you to review the full script if you are unsure about attending.