Halftime with Don

Retired NFL player Don Devers has had over thirty surgeries, experiences violent outbursts, and relies on a blizzard of yellow Post-It notes to offset his ravaged memory. When a long-time fan appears at his doorstep, Don seeks to salvage his life with a single act of heroic self-sacrifice.. "This is a moving piece of work, and you don't have to be a sports fan to be moved." —Raphael Badagliacca, thefrontrowcenter.com. "HALFTIME WITH DON is a challenging, thought-provoking look at the price paid for our entertainment." —Madeline Schulman, The Link News. "HALFTIME WITH DON is a timely and outstanding theatrical experience. The play portrays a serious subject with just the right touches of humor and heart. This topical story portrays people who deal with some of life's most critical issues. Yet it shows how hope, love and determination can define and even create a family. It is a theatrical experience you will truly relish." —Marina Kennedy, Broadway World. "One of the perks of writing theater reviews is that on rare occasions, one is privileged to watch the birth of a powerful new drama. Such a drama is HALFTIME WITH DON. Weitzman is a gifted writer. If you want to see a powerful work of theater … with strong writing … see HALFTIME WITH DON." —Allen Neuner, Out in Jersey. "Weitzman's gripping drama that explores the timely topic of concussions suffered by professional football players and the impact on both the injured and their caregivers. HALFTIME WITH DON isn't just about football. Weitzman's story also reinforces the notion that blood is thicker than water and the importance of human connection. Aside from Weitzman's superb ear for dialogue and often-deliciously sardonic humor that permeates his script, he has also fashioned a riveting plot line that would be a crime to reveal here. Suffice to say, the story is unpredictable, with its share of moments that are light and funny, juxtaposed with some that are fairly shocking … a script that resonates with humanity and a message that inspires." —On the Aisle with Tom Alvarez