Sunday | February 2 | 2 PM
Suitable for ages 14+

with Temple Beth Ohr, Temple Israel, Home Shalom, and Advot Project

Flowers Aren’t Enough tells the story of Michal, a young woman who falls into an abusive relationship. The show’s power is that it breaks the often-held myth that only uneducated, poor women from bad families are victims. Based on true stories, Ms. Ackerman has woven the voices of women from different cultures and backgrounds into a performance that encourages social change. Dessert reception and discussion featuring representatives from Long Beach Women’s Shelter, JFCS, and social worker Karen Fenton-Strauss from Temple Beth Ohr to follow.

Tickets: $15

 

Praise for “Flowers Aren’t Enough”

“Naomi draws you into her character in a way that I’ve never quite seen before, telling the story in such an intimate, gut-wrenching narrative that you feel as if you’re almost experiencing it yourself. ” ~Dave Koz

“Flowers Aren’t Enough’ is a profoundly moving piece of work, beautifully written and brilliantly portrayed. It dramatically raised awareness of the problem of domestic violence. You will find that Ms. Ackerman is a true professional, with an expansive heart and an undying dedication to making the world a better place.” ~ Rev. Dr. Donna L. Byrns

 

About Naomi Ackerman

Naomi Ackerman is an experienced actress, consultant, and facilitator creating curriculums that use drama techniques to deal with social, gender, and educational issues as well as exploring identity and promoting tolerance and dialogue between diverse participants. Naomi is a recipient of the KCET – Link Local Hero 2014 Award, the 2016 International Woman Achievers Community leadership award, and the 2018 Covenant Award.