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“Messages”, a one-act play by New Jersey playwright Fred Dennehy, offers a heartfelt and humorous exploration of a longstanding marriage challenged by early-stage dementia of one of the partners. This acclaimed work delves into the delicate balance of love, struggle, and mutual caregiving, showcasing how the bonds of a shared life can both divide and unite. Directed by Ed Faver.

A finalist in the 2020 Strawberry Festival in New York City, "Messages" has also captivated audiences at festivals across New Jersey. Don't miss this moving and thought-provoking production!

Fred Dennehy is a playwright whose works have been performed Off-Broadway, Off-Off-Broadway, and in numerous festivals across New York and New Jersey. His 2018 play “Homecoming” was featured at the Lucille Lortel Theatre and later published by Steele Spring Stage Rights. In 2019, his play “A Visit in the Afternoon” premiered at the Riant Strawberry Festival and was showcased at Symphony Space's Best of the Strawberry Festival in 2020.
Ed Faver (Director) has been active as an actor and director in the NJ/NY area for over 30 years. He has frequently collaborated with playwright Fred Dennehy in recent years. In spring 2025, Ed will direct Margaret Edson's “Wit” at Playhouse 22 in East Brunswick.

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