More Than All The Sky
MORE THAN ALL THE SKY, a new original musical by Lori Ada Jaroslow and Morgan Hollingsworth, is seeking final funding for an Equity Developmental Presentation at Open Jar Studios in the heart of New York’s theater district on Oct. 13th and 14th, 2026.
MORE THAN ALL THE SKY'S Equity Presentation is Directed by Julia Murney and features 9 performers plus Musical Director Elizabeth Doran.
"Every so often a soaring work of art evokes such a visceral response that it demands to be seen by as many people as possible. We believe MORE THAN ALL THE SKY is such a work. That is precisely the goal of this presentation: to attract interest from creatives and supporters to take the project to the next step - a full scale production in NYC or a regional theatre in the U.S." - Producers, Jennifer Dumas Wiggin and Tom Wiggin
"I just watched More Than All the Sky...Lots of tears, heart swelling, and healing...This piece is such a gift!"
Christine Parks, Actress
"With beautiful music, and an amazing story, More Than All the Sky explores addiction with heart, humor, poignancy, compassion, honesty, and hope!"
Linda Mathious, Television Writer & Producer
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The total budget for the Presentation is $67K; $49K has already been raised.
The producers seek tax deductible donations through their fiscal partner Big Vision Community in New York.
Big Vision is dedicated to providing artistic, athletic and other outlets for young people who are recovering from drug addiction and alcoholism. Donors of $10k or more will have their names listed on the program as Executive Producers and have reserved seats at the invitation-only presentations for theatre industry professionals.
Below, enjoy two songs from the score
with blurbs that set the scene.
“Fragments" - Lenna, Ensemble
Lenna, after five years, has returned to her hometown and is setting up “residency” in the local park. Though she’s hitting bottom, she tries to make light of her situation as she nests and decorates her little patch of the park. Warm memories of her childhood give her a glimmer of hope that she could one day have a meaningful life and reunite with her family.
"My Daughter” - Lenna, Mae, Ensemble
After a major breakthrough in her recovery, Lenna is finally face to face with her mother, desperate to make amends for her past. Sadly, Mae’s dementia has advanced so that she does not recognize her own daughter. Despite this, they are able to find comfort in their connection. Though not nearly the amends Lenna had hoped for, she is still able to cherish this moment as she continues her journey toward sobriety.