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The Last Wide Open

The Last Wide Open

By AUDREY CEFALY

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Old Shelterhouse

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FEB. 09 - MARCH 10, 2019
 
Directed by BLAKE ROBISON

Fate plays its hand in this romantic world premiere play that features original songs and live music. Lina, a young waitress, and Roberto, an Italian immigrant, have been working together for years but rarely talk. If they do, it’s from a distance or gets lost in translation. But when a late-night thunderstorm finds them alone in the restaurant at closing time, they find their lives intersecting in surprising and mystical ways. Over wine and conversation, they test the waters of happiness and intimacy. A love song in three movements, The Last Wide Open imagines how the universe conspires to bring us together.


ADVISORY: The Last Wide Open is suitable for adults and older teenage audiences. This mystical world premiere contains romantic situations, some strong adult language and seriously swoon-worthy moments.

RUNNING TIME: The show runs approximately 85 minutes, with no intermission.

Promotional photo by Tony Arrasmith/Arrasmith & Associates.

 

 

 
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Artists

Kimberly Gilbert

Lina

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Marcus Kyd

Roberto

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Audrey Cefaly

Playwright

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Blake Robison

Director

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Jo Winiarski

Set Designer

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Gordon DeVinney

Costume Designer

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Michelle Habeck

Lighting Designer

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Matthew M. Nielson

Composer/Sound Designer

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Andrea L. Shell

Stage Manager

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Events


Preview Performances

Be among the first to see the show before opening night and save! Preview performance tickets are discounted and begin at just $35. Not valid with other discounts.

Feb. 9 at 8 p.m.
Feb. 10 at 7 p.m.
Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m.



Opening Night

Share the excitement of Thursday opening nights with a lively post-show cast party with complimentary hors d'oeuvres by Vonderhaar's Catering.

Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m.



Playwriting

Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to noon at the Playhouse
Adult Workshop | Cost: $50

Get an introduction to the world of writing for the stage while the world premiere production of The Last Wide Open  is on the Playhouse stage. You'll learn how to build the foundation of a story by creating memorable characters, writing memorable dialogue and crafting a compelling plot.

Feb. 23 at 10 a.m.



Meet the Artists

Stay after select performances for a behind-the-scenes discussion with the cast and crew of The Last Wide Open.

Feb. 17 at 2 p.m.
Feb. 24 at 2 p.m.
Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m.
March 7 at 7:30 p.m.

 
Blog

When Lina Met Roberto

Jan 15, 2019
Natalie Clare

Fate plays its hand in this romantic world premiere when co-workers Lina and Roberto find their lives intersecting in mystical ways.

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Fate Plays Its Hand: A Q&A With Audrey Cefaly

Jan 31, 2019
Natalie Clare

Before beginning rehearsals for the world premiere of The Last Wide Open, playwright Audrey Cefaly provided insight into how she crafted this romantic, imaginative play.

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Playwright's Notes by Audrey Cefaly

Feb 12, 2019
Natalie Clare

Audrey Cefaly shares her notes about writing original song lyrics for the world premiere of The Last Wide Open.

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Composer's Notes by Matthew M. Nielson

Mar 4, 2019
Natalie Clare

Sound Designer/Composer Matthew M. Nielson shares his notes about composing original music for the world premiere of The Last Wide Open.

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5 Questions With Marcus Kyd

Mar 1, 2019
Natalie Clare

Meet Marcus Kyd, who plays Roberto in the Playhouse's world premiere production of The Last Wide Open.

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