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GEORGE HALITZKA (1977 - )
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George Halitzka is a freelance writer and theatre artist based in Louisville, KY. His plays have been published by Lillenas Publishing, Drama Ministry, and Contemporary Drama Service. His writings on theatre have appeared in publications including Christianity and Theatre, LillenasDrama.com, and WorshipLeader.com. George's scripts have been recognized multiple times in the CITa National Playwriting Contest (www.citA.org), and his one-act play for young audiences, Happily Ever after, has been produced as far away as Brazil and ChinA. Please visit George online at www.Dramabygeorge.com.
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Christmas Presence Crucifix Father's Gift, The From Garden To Tomb Happily Ever AfterChristmas Presence
Synopsis:
This Christmas, imagine Jesus coming into the world . . . in 2009. The date is December 24. a man named Joseph is dying-and this may be his last night on earth. While he lies awake, he wonders . . . "Who is this man I call my son?" as he searches for answers, travel with Joseph to a time 20 years before-when his fiancee Mary was a pregnant teenager with a secret, when Joseph met an angel called "Gabe," and when their baby came into the world one holy night at a highway rest stop. The answers Joseph uncovers about his Son will change him forever.
Notes:
Christmas Presence is A one-act contemporary retelling of the Nativity. The play is suitable for Christian churches And schools. (Note: In the cast, several male roles can be converted to A females.)
1st Produced:
Touring production in the Louisville, KY area 2007
Organisations:
Drama by George/ The Highland Vineyard
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Genre:
Drama - Religious
Parts:
Male: 6 Female: 1 Other: male doubling possible
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Top of PageCrucifix
Synopsis:
Matt Leonard is a chaplain at Cook County Jail; firm in his beliefs. His friend Carl Piotrowski is a public defender. But on the way to the senior prom, Carl's son becomes the victim of a brutal, senseless murder. Will Carl be able to endure the tragedy . . . and will Matt's faith survive the horrible secret the murderer carries with him? This "metaphysical murder mystery" explores themes of justice, grace . . . and the eternal human struggle with the silence of God.
Notes:
Crucifix received the Honorable Mention in the 2007 CITa (Christians In Theatre Arts) National Playwriting Contest. The script contains strong language And themes suitable for mature Audiences.
1st Produced:
staged reading at Pacific Theatre (Vancouver, BC) 2000
Organisations:
Pacific Theatre
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Genre:
Play/Drama
Parts:
Male: 10 Female: 2 Other: -
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Synopsis:
With a gift of love, he turned despair into hope. So did a baby 2000 years before. Father Damien was a Catholic priest who ministered in the notorious leper colony on Molokai Island, Hawaii. He contracted the fatal disease himself . . . but not before he inspired millions around the world with his self-giving love. The Father's Gift highlights the remarkable life and sacrificial death of a genuine Christian hero.
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This one-act play is ideal for Catholic churches And schools that Are seeking A unique way to celebrate the Incarnation of Christ At Christmas. The Father's Gift highlights the incarnational ministry of Father Damien, the "Leper Priest" of Molokai. Fr. Damien was recognized As A saint in late 2009.
1st Produced:
Parkview Church (Iowa City, Ia) 2005
Organisations:
Parkview Church
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Genre:
Drama - Historical Fiction - Religious One act
Parts:
Male: 9 Female: 4 Other: doubling; 2 either gender plus extras
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Top of PageFrom Garden To Tomb
Synopsis:
Imagine embarking on a pilgrimage through the last hours of Christ's life, from the Garden of Gethsemane to the tomb. Imagine watching Pilate wash his hands of Jesus' blood, or a man carry his own cross, on a small stage directly in front of you. Now imagine that you are not only observing the action, but taking part through interactive experiences. You might wash your hands in Pilate's own basin-or pick up a heavy crossbeam and bear it like the Savior. This interactive Dramatic experience for Good Friday is sure to help your congregation appreciate Christ's sacrifice in a fresh and life-changing way.
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From Garden to Tomb is perfect for Christian churches seeking An innovative Approach to worship on Good Friday. It's An interactive Drama based on the Stations of the Cross: the Audience moves from station to station, watching Actors portray the events of Christ's Passion. It takes An Audience group Approximately 20-30 minutes to complete the stations.
1st Produced:
Church of the Open Door, Elyria, OH 2005
Organisations:
Church of the Open Door
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Genre:
Drama - Interactive Theatre - Religious
Parts:
Male: 6 Female: 4 Other: doubling; 2 or more "Guides" (either gender)
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Top of PageHappily Ever After
Synopsis:
Everybody wants a happy ending. If you're a Big Bad Wolf, it's just a little hard to find. When Gregory Wolf shows up at the Grimm Brothers' office, he only wants one thing: a happy ending for the story of his life. But is it possible for a wolf to live "Happily Ever after"? Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Little Pigs are certain that the answer is "no"! By the end of the play, however, "Wolfie" proves there's more to a villain than meets the eye . . . and Jacob Grimm writes him a story that's just right.
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Happily Ever After is ideal for schools And Drama classes seeking A one-act play for middle school Actors. One unit set-easy to produce.
1st Produced:
Northwest Junior High School, Coralville, Ia 2007
Organisations:
Iowa City Community School District (Summer Enrichment Program)
1st Published:
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Genre:
Comedy - Theatre for Young audiences
Parts:
Male: 4 Female: 7 Other: Extras (either gender)
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