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August 26 - September 10, 2005
An ingenious comedy from the author of Sylvia and Love Letters. She is a charming recluse, who had been a glittering figure in the literary salons of the 1920s, and is now preparing to "kick the bucket." He is an ambitious young academic, who believes she's secreted away an unpublished chapter from The Great Gatsby. He charms his way into her household, unaware she has some enigmatic plans of her own. Obsession leads to friendship, leading to hilariously shocking revelations.
"Engaging, lighthearted, and delightfully witty... " -WCBS Radio.
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September 23 - October 8, 2005
One of the greatest classic comedies of the English speaking stage! Young Vivie Warren has enjoyed a comfortable upbringing, a Cambridge education and a generous monthly allowance, but how will she react when she discovers the awful truth of how her privileges have been financed? Written in 1893, but banned until 1925, this provocative comedy was considered too controversial for the stage. Full of sparklingly witty dialogue and unforgettable characters, the play's themes still echo today, making it one of the world's most admired comedy classics.
" ... a laughter-filled night at the theater and plenty to think about in the morning. " -The Mirror
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November 25 - December 10, 2005
Three Christmas Eve parties, three very different kitchens, and three couples desperate to do business with each other, equals endless comic mayhem. The brilliantly funny author of How The Other Half Loves returns, and the back-stabbing and social climbing has gotten even more intense! The bank manager, the architect, the "up-and-comer" and their wives, bicker, strategize and maneuver to be top dog. This zany holiday farce enjoyed long runs on Broadway and in London, and is considered one of Ayckbourn's funniest plays.
"Staggeringly funny." -Newsweek
"Best comedy Britain has sent us in years." -N.Y. Times
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January 13 - 28, 2006
Prepare to be dazzled by this hilarious and harrowing new Off-Broadway smash hit. Langley is a concert pianist. His brother, Homer, a lawyer. But something isn't quite right and the brothers have a reputation of being slightly "eccentric." They like "things" but they don't much like the world outside their four story mansion, and only leave to collect more "things." But the brothers' world is thrown into a whirlwind when Milly, a ravishing socialite, arrives on the scene, bringing with her wealth, secrets and designs on Langley.
"...Lively, brilliant, -witty ... the gem of the season..." -NY Post
"...fascinating ... daring originality... " -NY Times
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April 7 - 22, 2006
One of Broadway's biggest hits, this hilarious and heartfelt gem has grown even funnier and more relevant. Ex-showgirl Billie Dawn, one of theater's most memorable characters, arrives in Washington on the arm of junkyard tycoon Harry Brock. Billie is so ditzy it seems she was born yesterday, so Harry enlists the aid of a reporter to educate her. But Harry gets much more than he bargained for. Love and optimism skirmish with greed and corruption in this boisterous valentine to American ideals.
"Probably the best of the American comedies, perfectly structured, damn funny, and about something important." -Harold Prince.
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