Male bonding rituals, dance moves, and deep thoughts…
It’s Christmas Eve, and Ed has invited his three grown sons back home for pranks, Chinese takeout, and gossip. In between the male bonding rituals, dance moves, and deep thoughts about money, work, and ambition, we just might find out what makes these men tick… or maybe not? Don’t miss this alternately hilarious and thought-provoking satire by Young Jean Lee, the first Asian-American woman to have a play produced on Broadway (Straight White Men in 2018.)
Young Jean Lee has been hailed as “one of the best experimental playwrights in America” by Time Out New York.
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FROM THE REHEARSAL ROOM
Richard Kline on being the patriarch in “Straight White Men.”
The boys of “Straight White Men” sit down for a chat
Choreographing ”Straight White Men” with Ali Solomon
PRESS ABOUT STRAIGHT WHITE MEN ON BROADWAY
…[Playwright Young Jean] Lee is, in fact, one of our boldest living playwrights, one I rank with Wallace Shawn, Suzan-Lori Parks and Tony Kushner…the thinking drills deep and the writing is superbly executed…thrillingly great."
New York Observer…nuanced, curious, and compassionate…Lee's sense of mischief and her expert control of tension are still at play-but it is, in its bones, gentle."
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FROM THE REHEARSAL ROOM
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All rehearsal photos by Stephen Emerick.
…might sound like a frat-tastic comedy in the vein of The Hangover, but it's actually a powerful social commentary…"
Entertainment Weekly…great fun…"
The Hollywood ReporterMORE INSIGHTS. MORE FUN.
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TASTE OF TUESDAY
Tue, May 24 at 6PMA special reception pairing wine and food from one of our local restaurant partners. Available as a season ticket package.
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LGBT NIGHT OUT
Thu, May 26 at 7PMA fun, pre-show cocktail party for the LGBTQ+ community and friends. Get an LGBT Night Out package or a performance ticket.
POST-PLAY DIALOGUE
Thu, May 26, post-showMark Lamos, director of "Straight White Men," ready to answer your questions. No ticket necessary — free and open to all.
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OPENING NIGHT
Sat, May 28, post-showCelebrate the opening of each production along with the cast, crew, and creative team at a post-show party. Free with ticket to the show.
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SUNDAY SYMPOSIUM
Sun, May 29 matinee, post-showSpecial guests take the stage for a conversation about the themes of the play. No ticket necessary — free and open to all.
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BACKSTAGE PASS
Wed, June 1 matinee, post-showLearn how the Playhouse technical staff brought each show to the stage. No ticket necessary — free and open to all.
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Thursday Talk Back
Thu, Jun 1, post-showA lively Q&A with the cast of Straight White Men. Bring your questions for the actors!
Post-Play Dialogue
Fri, June 3, post-showEdson Rivas, Executive Director of the Triangle Community Center, leads discussion on gender expectations. No ticket necessary — free and open to all.
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OPEN CAPTIONS
Sun, June 5 matineeDeaf and hard of hearing audiences can enjoy the performance while watching an easy-to-read digital screen with the actors’ dialogue.
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COVID PROTOCOLS
To attend in-person performances, all audience members must present proof of vaccination and wear a mask at all times while inside. Please review our full safety protocols here.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Production sponsorship for Straight White Men is provided by Athena & Daniel Adamson, Paige & Jodi Couture, Joyce Hergenhan, Mary Ellen & Jim Marpe, and Alison & Mark Smith.
Corporate Production Partner for Straight White Men is provided by Parker Ear, Nose & Throat.
Media Sponsorship for the 2022 season is generously provided by Moffly Media and WSHU Public Radio.
Please note: This show contains strong language and mature themes.
directed by MARK LAMOS
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