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A fast-paced, laugh-out-loud comedy that celebrates – and lovingly skewers – the theatre world.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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On the opening night of\u00a0The Golden Egg, wealthy producer Julia Budder hosts a lavish Manhattan party. Downstairs, celebrities are arriving, but upstairs, the playwright, director, leading lady, and other insiders anxiously await the first reviews.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As egos clash and ambitions run wild, hilarity ensues in this sharp, affectionate look at the highs and lows of show business. With a venomous critic and an eager newcomer thrown into the mix,\u00a0It\u2019s Only A Play\u00a0reminds us: in the theatre, sometimes the real drama happens offstage.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThis show is without a doubt hilariously, sidesplittingly funny\u2026These are among the funniest lines to roll off a stage in years\u2026It’s Only A Play deserves only a rave.\u201d – The New York Times.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Performance Venue<\/h4>\n

Park Square Theatre<\/p>\n

All Performance Dates<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Wednesday, 9\/24 at 7pm
\nThursday, 9\/25 at 7pm<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Content Warnings\/Age Recommendations<\/h4>\n

This production includes depictions of simulated drug use, references to addiction, explicit or coarse language, and suggestive innuendo. Recommended for ages 14 and older.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Themes<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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  • This show highlights the value that artists place on the opinions and reviews of others. While there are real financial consequences if their work is poorly received, you may find that some of these characters are more stressed out than others. Have you ever created something (a song, a food dish, an essay etc) that others didn’t like? If so, did that have an impact on your future creations?<\/li>\n
  • Two of the artists are friends, and one artist is afraid to give their honest opinion about what their friend created. Why do you think honest feedback can be scary or difficult?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Accessibility<\/h4>\n

    Many performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating, assistive listening, sensory ear plugs, ASL interpretation, open captioning, or audio description, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you!<\/p>\n

    Transportation<\/h4>\n

    If you do not have access to a ride, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days\u2019 notice to set up transportation.<\/p>\n

    Childcare<\/h4>\n

    Childcare is available for this performance. 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