FROM THE AUDIENCE…
Thelma Hjaltadóttir of The Cancer Society Sigurvon
Wonderful, funny and empowering. Truly a unique look into one woman’s incredible journey to conquer this enemy that has infected in one way or the other so many of the world´s population. Either those you get diagnosed themselves and also their loved ones.
Hayley Dubin, Cancer Survivor, founder of reVIVE wellness and The Cancer Liberation Project Podcast
I felt every emotion while watching The Pink Hulk. There were sad parts, but it was also uplifting and funny. It is an empowering show which depicts the rollercoaster of emotions that a survivor goes through when they get a cancer diagnosis. It’s an important show for anyone touched by cancer to see. My bet is that you’ll walk out not only more compassionate for what others are going through, but also empowered to never give up!
Michelle Beck, author of I Never Liked Pink and Other Things I Learned From Cancer and Host of We Rise By Lifting Each Other Podcast
David, The Pink Hulk, was the Keynote Speaker for our virtual Warrior Wellness Conference. Over 50 breast cancer Warriors were in attendance, all in their little virtual boxes, and Valerie had them entranced. From her opening trailer showcasing excerpts from her live performances to the end where she was open and brutally honest in a Q&A session, Valerie hit all of the feelings. In this time where we cannot connect in person, Valerie brought everyone together. She was the perfect opener for our 2-day conference, highlighting how strong we can be, to never give up hope and to keep fighting against life’s challenges, cancer and beyond. I am blessed to have seen The Pink Hulk play live 2 years ago and cannot wait to do so again. Valerie is pure gold. She is such an inspiration!”
Dori Unsworth, The Pink Ribbon Connection Cancer Organization
I laughed, I was moved to my core, all while watching this one woman convey so many emotions. Valerie has a remarkable way of telling an important and life-changing story…mesmerizing!
Rob Marchesani, Psychoanalyst and Clinical Supervisor
First, Valerie is a hero for sharing such a painful and private journey as dealing with cancer and in such an uplifting and inspiring way. I dare say she makes cancer not so scary! I think The Pink Hulk is a brilliant idea whose time has come for many reasons. The Pink Hulk is a symbol for the right use of anger, which new research is showing the positive benefits of. It’s a fight for life!
Heidi Russell, Founder of International Women Artists’ Salon
Honest, real, deep yet extremely funny and engaging…that exemplifies how anyone can find their hero/shero within, no matter the trials and tribulations one is within or that may come.
Barbara, Cancer Survivor
I love the way Valerie shares her cancer journey with such humor and transparency. Her willingness and authenticity have a positive impact, not just for cancer survivors, but anyone that has an opportunity to see her play. Keep up the good work and spreading your joy.
Candace Decker, University of Wisconsin-Waukesha Southeast WI Festival of Books Festival of Books Coordinator
Theatre changes lives, and so does Valerie David. THE PINK HULK performance at the Southeast WI Festival of Books was incredible, bringing hope and courage to all who were witnesses to Valerie’s tour de force one woman show.
Dori Unsworth—Head of The Pink Ribbon Connection cancer organization of Indianapolis
Valerie has a remarkable way of telling an important and life changing story while being completely mesmerizing. To share such a painful phase of her life with so much humor and grace is to make watching her sheer joy. I cried, I laughed, I was moved to my core, all while watching this one woman convey so many emotions I felt like I was on a roller coaster! For any survivor who has the opportunity to go see this play, I say RUN TO SEE IT! The sense of connection in the audience was palpable and by the end, we all felt like we had participated in a huge group hug. Valerie, thank you for sharing an important story that blesses and validates and encourages every single audience member. You are really a treasure!
Raffaela—Medical Assistant to Oncologist Dr. Gabriella D’Andrea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
As the assistant to Valerie’s medical oncologist, I was fortunate enough to watch Valerie’s incredible performance only after being a personal witness to the exact moments she was sharing with us in the audience. She demonstrated strength from an unimaginable depth and a hunger for victory during her every visit to MSK but it was not until I saw this show that I understood every ligament that was tying each behind the scenes moment together, the physical and emotional pain and night time questioning and humorous wonderings I was not privy to. Valerie’s show is personal, it is real, it is enlightening, and it is impossibly charming. I think every one who works with cancer patients or patients who suffer from any disease should have to watch this show to remember the humane side of patient care, to remember the importance of sensitivity and emotional awareness in every single encounter. Valerie’s show was wonderful and I thank her for inviting me!!!!!!!!
Rob Marchesani—Psychoanalyst and Clinical Supervisor
First, Valerie is a hero for sharing such a painful and private journey as dealing with cancer and in such an uplifting and inspiring way. I dare say she makes cancer not so scary! I think The Pink Hulk is a brilliant idea whose time has come for many reasons. The Pink Hulk is a symbol for the right use of anger, which new research is showing the positive benefits of. It’s a fight for life!
Heidi Russell—International Women Artist’s Salon of New York City
Magnificent show…well written and presented, honest, real, deep yet extremely funny and engaging…that exemplifies how anyone can find their hero/shero within, no matter the trials and tribulations one is within or that may come. I highly recommend seeing this show, whether you have been affected by cancer or not. The message is universal and timeless…inspiration with an amazing dose of humor to help heal and guide any soul, man/woman, young/old, healthy/ill, thriving/struggling, searching/teaching…See it! Bring it to your community! Humanity rises together one laugh, one tear at a time. Thank you, Valerie for sharing your story and journey with the world!!!
Candace Decker—University of Wisconsin-Waukesha Southeast WI
Festival of Books Coordinator
Theatre changes lives, and so does Valerie David. THE PINK HULK performance at the Southeast WI Festival of Books was incredible, bringing hope and courage to all who were witnesses to Valerie’s tour de force one woman show.
Michelle Beck—Breast Friends of Oregon Cancer Organization
Valerie is such an inspiration! The Pink Hulk play has all of the feels. I laughed and cried with her. She shows how to embrace the cancer journey and find a way to move on in such a powerful way!
Barbara—Cancer Survivor
I love the way Valerie shares her cancer journey with such humor and transparency. Her willingness and authenticity have a positive impact, not just for cancer survivors, but anyone that has an opportunity to see her play. Keep up the good work and spreading your joy.
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