“Spirit of a Baton Twirler” written and performed by Jackie Maruschak
In 2014 I lost my mother to stage 4 lung cancer. Her last words haunted me and caused me to reflect on our relationship, my childhood, guilt, regrets, aging, death, things left unsaid – you know, the stuff of comedy! This show speaks to anyone who has navigated the challenges of growing up in the 1960s-70s, dealt with divorce, moved between schools, faced step-family dynamics, or experienced the pain of losing a loved one. My hope is to spark laughter, reflection, and meaningful conversations—encouraging people to reach out to their loved ones while they still can. "Spirit of a Baton Twirler" is made its debut at The Tank in NYC on August 8, 2025, and was featured at the Emerging Artist Theater’s Spark Festival at The Chain Theater in NYC shortly after. TWIRL ON!
“Last Stop: Neverland” written and performed by Jackie Maruschak
Middle aged Tinkerbell got fired by Walt Disney because she no longer fits the image. She keeps looking for Neverland in spite of facing impossible odds as a fallen fairy, and between the laughs, “Maruschak's poignant performance points a light in the direction of those who have fallen from grace”- Review Plays.com
