how it feels to fall from the sky

by Dominic Finocchiaro

After witnessing a woman plummet from the sky, five strangers in New York form a support group to process what they have seen. A melancholic dramedy about loneliness, loss, and the unending possibility of salvation inside human connection.

After witnessing a woman plummet from the sky, five strangers in New York form a support group to process what they have seen. A melancholic dramedy about loneliness, loss, and the unending possibility of salvation inside human connection.

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  • Kenneth Jones: how it feels to fall from the sky by Dominic Finocchiaro
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    I fell in love with each utterly distinct character in this funny-sad-aching new play about five strangers who witness a tragedy, prompting them to seek fellowship and solace. They find personal growth, empathy and connection — things that sometimes seem unachievable in modern urban life (it’s set in NYC, natch). The inciting event in the characters’ lives is very specific, but it will bring to mind national tragedies we’ve all endured and will remind you there’s a neighbor next door ready to connect. A humor-laced drama that shimmers with intelligence and surprise.

    I fell in love with each utterly distinct character in this funny-sad-aching new play about five strangers who witness a tragedy, prompting them to seek fellowship and solace. They find personal growth, empathy and connection — things that sometimes seem unachievable in modern urban life (it’s set in NYC, natch). The inciting event in the characters’ lives is very specific, but it will bring to mind national tragedies we’ve all endured and will remind you there’s a neighbor next door ready to connect. A humor-laced drama that shimmers with intelligence and surprise.

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  • Donna Hoke: how it feels to fall from the sky by Dominic Finocchiaro
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    A strong character-based examination of the difference small connections can make and how commonality can overcome disparity. I have a similarly themed play so felt this deeply. Lovely work.

    A strong character-based examination of the difference small connections can make and how commonality can overcome disparity. I have a similarly themed play so felt this deeply. Lovely work.

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  • Cheryl Bear: how it feels to fall from the sky by Dominic Finocchiaro
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    A powerful examination of grief, life and connection as we make sense of the journey. Well done.

    A powerful examination of grief, life and connection as we make sense of the journey. Well done.

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