tiny father - ePublication
THE STORY: Overnight, Daniel’s entire life changes when his former lover gives birth to his daughter several months early. Now forced to reevaluate his previ-ously casual relationship with his daughter’s mother, he begins to learn the ins and outs of caring for a premature baby with the help of NICU nurse Caroline. But Daniel’s initial ambivalence toward parenthood turns into a growing distrust of Caroline’s rigid adherence to hospital protocols. Caroline, in return, questions Daniel’s fitness as a father and feels as though she’s the only one properly advocating for the baby’s well-being. tiny father focuses on the tension between parents, healthcare professionals, and the business of hospitals as their priorities overlap, conflict, and come to a head.
“…smartly and evocatively explores the ways troublesome power structures can be internalized even with the best of intentions…”—BroadwayWorld.com.
“This unique, intimate play explores what it means to become a parent and also highlights the significance of human connection and empathy…a deeply personal and moving piece of theatre.” —StageRaw.com.
“Engrossing…by turns funny, poignant and heartfelt…” —Times Union (MA).