The Bridge Theatre

03/03/2026

Thank you, Senator Lavon Bracy, for the incredibly kind words and for taking the time to share them — and thank you to Rebuilt Minds for beautifully capturing the moment.

We are beyond grateful for everyone who came out to experience our performance of Anne & Emmett. This production has been an unforgettable journey, and the outpouring of love, reflection, and responses — including Senator Bracy’s powerful words — has moved us more than we can express.

To everyone who has shared their hearts with us: thank you.

02/07/2026

Stunning article on our production from the Heritage:

The Bridge Theatre Company recently gave a performance that left the audience silent in the way only truth can silence a room — and then rose to its feet as one. “Anne & Emmett,” performed at the Pargh Event Center at the Rosen JCC, was gripping, flawless, and unrelenting. The audience in the ...

01/28/2026

Thank you Rosen JCC for including us in your Arts at the J season. We greatly enjoyed bringing this production to life in the Pargh Event Center.

We're still celebrating the success of “Anne & Emmett”! We’re proud to bring thoughtful, high-quality, and affordable cultural experiences like this to southwest Orlando.

In an intimate, neighborhood setting, powerful stories like this one create space for reflection, dialogue, and connection—inviting us to slow down, listen, and engage with one another in meaningful ways.

A special thank you to Florida State Senator LaVon Bracy Davis; Florida State House Representative Anna Eskamani; Rabbi David Kay, Chair of the Interfaith Council of Central Florida; and William and Mia Poinsette, Founders of the Poinsette Foundation for joining us and for the leadership and support you bring to our community.

We’re grateful to everyone who shared this experience with us and can’t wait to welcome you back for future performances as Arts at the J continues to grow.

Join us next month for Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s “Music of Mozart & Strauss” on ”—on Sunday, February 22nd from 2:30PM-5:00PM! Principal Musicians from the orchestra share in an afternoon of luminous wind and chamber music with Mozart’s Flute Quartet, Strauss’ Wind Serenade, and Mozart’s magnificent Gran Partita. Tickets are on sale now at https://www.rosenjcc.org/music-of-mozart-and-strauss/

01/27/2026

That’s a wrap on our Florida premiere production of Anne & Emmett! 🎭✨

We are still buzzing from the energy of this run. To our incredible cast and crew: thank you for your tireless dedication, your talent, and your heart. You didn’t just put on a show; you brought a vital conversation to life. The resounding success of this production and the overwhelming response from our audiences prove just how much these stories need to be told.

Our mission doesn’t stop here. We are more committed than ever to bringing this production to more students—continuing the essential work of educating the next generation on this history and its deep prevalence in our world today.

This journey wouldn’t have been possible without our incredible community of supporters. A heartfelt thank you to those who stood behind us:

Wayne Brady ()
Senator LaVon Bracy Davis ()
Dr. LaVon Bracy
State Rep. Anna V. Eskamani ()
Rebuilt Minds Productions ()
Rabbi David Kay
Opera Orlando ()
Jeffrey Mandel
Grant Preisser
Dr. Phillips High School Theatre Magnet ()
PRG Lighting Systems
Commissioner Nicole Wilson (
Holocaust Education Resource Council of Tallahassee
Larry Watchorn & David Atwood of Florida Theatrical Association Florida Theatrical Association
Ofira Bondorowsky & the staff of the Rosen JCC ()
Our wonderful photographer who took these amazing photos, Diana Kelly ()

This history is alive, it is prevalent, and it is our bridge to a better future.

01/27/2026

Thank you Orange Observer for the great coverage and photos of our show.

Dozens of students attended the performance of a play sharing the stories of Anne Frank and Emmett Till at the Rosen JCC.

01/25/2026

"I still believe, in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart. But goodness requires us to remember."

Anne Frank’s voice has echoed through decades, but in Anne and Emmett, we see her in a new light—confronting the world alongside Emmett Till.

Our alternate Anne, Julia Kaufman, discusses the importance of keeping Anne’s spirit alive for a new generation and why this story is an urgent call to action for us all today.

✨ Final Countdown! The opening of Anne and Emmett is TODAY! Experience the story that defines the human spirit.

🎟️ Tickets still available at the link below or at the door!
https://www.rosenjcc.org/anne-emmett/

🎥 Rebuilt Minds

01/25/2026

"We cannot change what happened, but we can change what happens next. The diary was her gift; this memory is mine."

Behind every legacy is a story of survival.

Otto Frank was the heartbeat of Anne’s story after the war—the man who shared her light with the world. Today, Paul Thompson shares why Otto’s perspective is so vital to this production and what it feels like to bring the Florida premiere to The Bridge Theatre with the Rosen JCC.

🕰️ We open tomorrow for our only public performance! Do you have your seats? 🎟️
https://www.rosenjcc.org/anne-emmett/
Thanks again to Rebuilt Minds for these amazing behind the scenes videos!

01/22/2026

We are very excited to share this story with you so soon! Make sure to purchase your tickets now!
Purchase tickets:
https://www.rosenjcc.org/anne-emmett/
More information:
https://thebridgetheatre.org/

01/22/2026

“The blood of my son is on the hands of those who stayed silent.”

The other day we heard from Emmett; today, we hear from the woman who ensured the world would never forget his name.
Tabitha Matthews discusses the emotional journey of playing Mamie Till-Mobley and why her fight for justice continues to inspire us in 2026. This isn’t just a play about the past—it’s about the strength it takes to speak the truth.

Join us for the Florida Premiere of Anne & Emmett, Sunday, January 25th at the Rosen JCC! Special thanks to for capturing this!

Purchase your tickets here!
https://www.rosenjcc.org/anne-emmett/
Learn more about The Bridge here:
https://thebridgetheatre.org/

01/19/2026

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on the profound wisdom and unwavering vision of a man who dared to dream of a more just and equitable world. His words, "We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools," resonate with urgent truth today.

At The Bridge Theatre, we believe that understanding the past is essential for building a better future. That's why we are honored to bring the Florida premiere of Anne & Emmett to our stage.

This powerful play imagines a conversation between Anne Frank & Emmett Till—two young lives tragically cut short, yet whose stories echo Dr. King's call for understanding, empathy, and an end to prejudice. Their meeting in "Memory" serves as a poignant reminder that while their worlds were separated by continents and contexts, the human struggle against hatred is universal.

As Dr. King taught us, the fight for justice is ongoing. We invite you to join us in remembering these pivotal voices and continuing the essential conversation.

More info about The Bridge Theatre: https://thebridgetheatre.org/
🎟️Link to tickets for Anne & Emmett: https://www.rosenjcc.org/anne-emmett/