Melissa always knew she’d do anything for her kids. But she and her husband, Dillon, never dreamed how far that meant they’d have to go, battling a system that seemed stacked against them at every turn, upending and threatening their very lives.

In this riveting one-woman performance, Dr. L. Jan Eira shares their struggle to fight and forgive in the face of imminent danger and far-reaching consequence.

Experience a gripping tale of morality and justice in “Change of Heart!” by acclaimed playwright and author Dr. L. Jan Eira. This riveting play follows the journey of elderly couple Doug and Joan, retired medical professionals turned vigilantes, who embark on a morally questionable mission to rid the world of wrongdoers while saving innocent lives. They realize they need help to expand the reach of their organization, Souled, Inc., and begin adding specialists to the team. 

When circumstances force them each into hard times and hard choices, Martha and Bernard, both in their seventies, are recruited by Doug and Joan for a handsome fee, but suspicions arise when they’re kept on a need-to-know basis about the nature of their work. Tensions rise and ethical dilemmas surface, forcing them to dig deeper to uncover the truth. As Martha and Bernard reckon with questions of life, death, and the realities of facing the future alone, they discover far more than either of them bargained for.

What happens next will keep audiences on the edge of their seats, as “Change of Heart!” delves into the depths of human nature, questioning the boundaries of justice and the price of redemption. Don’t miss this thought-provoking, darkly humorous production that will leave you pondering the true meaning of sacrifice and salvation.

Dr. L. Jan Eira presents a captivating series of 10-minute short plays, each a microcosm of life’s myriad emotions and experiences. From laughter to suspense to tears, these plays offer a rollercoaster of human stories, beautifully woven together in a condensed format. Dr. Jan Eira’s exceptional storytelling and vivid characters will leave audiences entertained, deeply moved, and wanting even more.

Join us at The Cat Theater in Carmel, IN January 5-14, 2024

$20 Online/$25 at the Door

A mysterious gift is imposed on Eleanor. The secret to unraveling its mystery, Eleanor realizes, is embedded in her mother’s newfound visions of the future. Now, she must decipher what is truth and what is merely imagination in her mother’s fractured dreams and hallucinations. But Eleanor quickly recognizes that there is no room for miscalculations for if she gets it wrong, she will soon die a dreadfully agonizing death.

Don’t miss this next medical mystery play by Dr. L Jan Eira, author of the thrilling premieres “The Ambush,” “Stay Small,” and “Imminent Danger,” bringing his unique brand of aesculapian insight paired with a penchant for suspense once again to the stage!