Variations of Crossing The Alps
April 2, 7:30 p.m.
By Deborah Yarchun
Directed by Becks Redman

A pandemic-era journey into family history. In this poignant and gripping drama, Rachel, while displaced during the pandemic, delves into her grandparents' harrowing World War II survival story. As she immerses herself in their experiences—escaping the Nazis and traversing the battlefields of Soviet Russia—Rachel confronts her own emotional battles, especially with her non-Jewish partner. This play examines the hunger to understand family history, the complexities of survival, and the often-difficult truths that come with it. A timely exploration of intergenerational trauma and identity that resonates long after the final scene.