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59E59 Theatre production

A Middle Eastern adoptee imagines life anew away from her overbearing Vietnam war veteran father.

In The Shadow of Her Father

Ava, a Middle Eastern woman, is dominated by her adoptive war veteran father, Walter. When an Egyptian man shows up in their lives, he causes Ava to rebel, forcing Walter to face a devastating past.

 New York , NY, US
  • $2,217 raised of $20,000 goal
  • 16 donations
  • 64 days left
This is a Fiscally-Sponsored Project

Fiscally Sponsored by Fractured Atlas

Support In the Shadow of Her Father
Written by Omar Bakry | Produced by The Simon Studio.

We invite you to be part of a powerful theatrical journey—one that unearths the weight of the past and the resilience of the human spirit. In the Shadow of Her Father is more than a play; it is a story of war crimes and redemption, of identity and belonging. It delves into the complexities of family, adoption, and the inescapable need to understand our origins to truly be free.

This production is a testament to the voices lost in history and the individuals searching for truth. By supporting this play, you help bring an urgent and deeply human story to the stage—one that challenges, heals, and inspires.

For 47 years, The Simon Studio has shaped actors, directors, and writers, fostering artistic excellence and groundbreaking storytelling.

Now, we’re bringing In Her Father’s Shadow—a powerful story of war, redemption, and identity—to the iconic 59E59 Theaters. With $20,000 raised, we’re halfway there. Join us in making it happen.

Every donation brings us closer to making this vision a reality. Your generosity will fund the actors, the set, the lighting, and all the elements that breathe life into this story. Stand with us in sharing a narrative that demands to be heard.


IN HER FATHER’S SHADOW is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Contributions for the charitable purposes of IN HER FATHER’S SHADOW must be made payable to “Fractured Atlas” only and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.


Rewards

Credit in the Progam

Donate $100.00 or more

Amount is fully tax-deductible.

If you donate $100.00 or more, you will receive a special thank you on our program's thank-you page. 

Poster

Donate $125.00 or more

Amount over $30.00 is tax-deductible.

$125.00 in donations will help us, and you'll receive a limited-edition poster from our play, designed by 59 E59th Theaters!

Graphic Tee designed by Writer Omar Bakry

Donate $150.00 or more

Amount over $50.00 is tax-deductible.

A donation of $150.00 will not only help support our play, "In the Shadow of Her Father," but you will also receive a specially designed t-shirt by the writer and artist, Omar Bakry.

Behind the Scenes of Professional Theatre Lab Class

Donate $200.00 or more

Amount over $150.00 is tax-deductible.

$200.00 gives you access to observe or participate in a live (or Zoom) "Behind The Scenes" Workshop of the Simon Studio Professional Lab class in NYC, led by our very own Roger Simon, in or after June.

Two Tickets and Opening Week Reception Invite

Donate $500.00 or more

Amount over $100.00 is tax-deductible.

$500.00 can get you two tickets to "In the Shadow of Her Father" and an invitation to the opening week reception with the cast, director, and company to be held after either Thursday, August 14, Friday, August 15, Saturday, August 16, or Sunday matinee, August 17, performance (time to be announced).

Associate Producer Credit

Donate $1,000.00 or more

Amount over $500.00 is tax-deductible.

Donation of $1000.00 or more will get you an ASSOCIATE PRODUCER credit listed in the program! In addition, you will receive two tickets to the show and an invitation to the Opening week reception!

Producer Credit

Donate $5,000.00 or more

Amount over $1,000.00 is tax-deductible.

As a thank you for a generous donation of $5,000.00 or more, you will receive a Producer Credit listing in the program. In addition, you will receive TWO TICKETS  and an invitation to the Opening Week reception on stage after one performance, to be announced, on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.