It’s been suggested that all humor is rooted in tragedy, and this metatheatrical comedy digs deep to unearth far more laughter than it’s subject might suggest. Musical numbers, a game show parody, and a healthy sprinkling of “inappropriate” jokes maintain the levity in what is ultimately a poignant, funny, and affecting show despite uneven pacing and performances.
Synopsis: Kate Morgan is 25 years old and dealing with her mother’s death.
Her solution has been to write a comedy about cancer and its effects on her family. To perform this show, she has enlisted her father, her brother Tim, and a few of their friends, all of whom she has asked to portray themselves. (A professional actress has been hired to play Mom.)
She thinks that everything is running smoothly, but all bets are off when her loved ones break from the script and start saying how they really feel. The audience watches as the family members alternately clash and cooperate in an effort to resolve their competing version of the same life story.
Reviews – What The Critics Are Saying:
“This play about a woman reconciling the death of her mother veers from wickedly funny to deeply moving, but is thoroughly and consistently enjoyable…Chris Kelly’s script swings from moments where you’ll wish you had brought a tissue to moments where you’ll split your side laughing…a very funny, deeply tender work.”
Theater is Easy
“Laughter is the best chemo…a very touching show.”
NYTheatre.com
ENCORE SERIES PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
Venue: The Players Theater (1h 30m)
9/9 @ 7:00
9/11 @ 7:00
9/12 @ 8:00
9/13 @ 8:00
