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The Neck Hater Part of the Hear Them Howling Project 2010  A grim, yet endearing fable of a lad who will do anything to get rid of his neck. Part of the Hear Them Howling series: tales that create visibility and dialog around mental issues, such as depression, grief, self-harm, trauma, and suicide. photos: Performing at Philadelphia Magic Gardens, photo credit - Paul Walker

Freaks and Fortunes  2009 The poetic and anthropomorphic story of a young girl coming to terms with her body and psyche while battling internal naysayers and transforming into mystical creatures.  left: At the Boise Unitarian Fellowship Garden City, ID April 2k10 photo credit:Emily Ryan   right: Puppet Uprising Year-End Cabaret Philadelphia, PA December 2k9 photo credit: Jen K

Ballad of the Platypus 2009  A blend of improv story-telling, personal narrative, musical interludes, and puppetry, Ballad juxtaposes queer and trans experiences to that of the evolutionary marvel - the platypus.  left: At the UU Church of Lexington, KY January 2k9  right two: At the Langdon Street Cafe Montpelier, VT April 2k9