About the Show

Home is where the heart is, but it’s also where chaotic hilarity ensues. The O’Sheas are just like any other family in town: middle-class, Irish, Catholic and determined not to offend the priest or the parish. It’s 1973, and public ridicule in their community is the ultimate nightmare, according to 19-year-old Linda O’Shea. With dry yet affectionate humor, she narrates the most turbulent day of her life when a series of mishaps jeopardizes the family’s reputation. It takes every O’Shea in the house — from Linda’s quirky younger sister to her sassy aunt — to keep the family’s name (and their souls) in good standing. Whether you’ve grown up Catholic or you simply can relate to the craziness of family, this new comedy will leave you in stitches.

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Advisory

Recommended for ages 13 and up. Characters discuss taboo Catholic topics like contraception, sex and sexuality, and pregnancy. They also use adult language and the Lord’s name in vain quite a few times.

Running Time

The show runs approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission.

View Program

You can view the Digital Program now online. QR codes will also be around the theatre for quick access, as well as printed programs.

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Artists

Elise Rucker

Dec 22, 2021, 15:08 PM

Role : Linda O'Shea

Order : 50

Elise is incredibly grateful to be making her Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park debut! She was most recently seen in Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s touring productions of Macbeth (Lady Macbeth), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Helena/Titania) and Romeo & Juliet (Friar Laurence). Elise received her Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Acting with a minor in Women’s and Gender Studies from West Virginia University and has studied at The American Conservatory Theater and The Stratford Academy at the Shakespeare Festival in Ontario, Canada. While theatres were shut down, Elise discovered a passion for the creation of art through milk as a barista for breakfast enthusiasts. Other select credits include Cloud 9 (Maud/Betty), Three Sisters (Olga), It’s a Wonderful Life (Ruth Dakin), Bug (Agnes White), Spring Awakening (Adult Women), A Christmas Carol Live Radio Show (Belle), How I Learned to Drive (Mother) and Dog Sees God (Tricia). All of the love to her mom, dad and brother for their unwavering support. Visit eliserucker.com or follow her on Instagram @elisetrucker.