"You must provide proof of vaccination in order to attend this production. In accordance with recommendations by Ventura County Health and Human Services, until further notice, the wearing of masks while inside the Santa Paula Theater Center is optional. It is still highly recommended that all community members wear masks indoors because there is strong evidence that masks, especially high-quality masks, protect both the wearer and those around them. Thank you for helping to ensure the safety of everyone while at the Santa Paula Theater Center!"
may 20 - June 26
SANTA PAULA THEATER CENTER PRESENTS
The roommate
The Odd Couple meets Breaking Bad meets Thelma and Louise in this wickedly funny dark comedy by Jen Silverman. With a recent divorce and her son living across the country, 50-something Midwesterner Sharon posts a listing for a roommate to fill the empty space of her Iowa home. Enter Brooklyn native Robyn, a fascinating woman who needs a place to hide and the chance to start over. When Sharon begins to uncover Robyn’s secrets, she taps in to a deep-seated desire to abandon her comfort zone and live a life of danger and adventure. The Roommate cleverly navigates the rocky roads of change when you re-route your life and hilariously examines what happens when the wheels come off.
Part of Silverman’s inspiration for writing The Roommate came from observing that older actresses were playing roles where they were waiting for their children to come home, sitting around talking to their friends about some man or learning that their husbands were sleeping with younger women. Younger characters were taken seriously, yet mothers and grandmothers played the dull and old-fashioned roles. “I wanted material to offer them where they were seen as powerful women and not the problem. I really wanted to challenge myself and keep true to these characters, who I wanted seen as strong and were living out dangerous possibilities. What happened were some beautiful surprises.”
The result may be a hilarious and unexpected wild ride, but also it evolves into a deeper exploration of personal transformation and emotional intimacy. As the housemates discover each other, it becomes increasingly interesting to watch them discover themselves. A heartwarming reminder that it is never too late to completely reconstruct every facet of our lives that we wish to change… at ANY age.
THE ROOMMATE is directed by Taylor Kasch with Leslie Nichols and Jessi May Stevenson producing. The design staff supporting the production are Gary Richardson-Lighting. Mike Carnahan-Set, Barbara Pedziwiatr-Costumes, and Gail Heck-Props.
The cast includes Cynthia Killion as “Sharon” and Kathleen Bosworth as “Robyn”.
Proof of vaccination is currently required to attend this production and additional safeguards may be added during the run. Mature Themes and Strong Language.
WHAT: THE ROOMMATE by Jen Silverman, directed by Taylor Kasch WHERE: Santa Paula Theater Center’s Main Stage 125 So. 7th
St. Santa Paula, CA (corner of Main and 7th)
WHEN: MAY 20-JUNE 26. 3 FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 8PM and SUNDAY MATINEES at 2:30
HOW: TICKETS: $24.00 for Adults, $22.00 for Seniors, Students, Military
www.santapaulatheatercenter.org, sptcbox@gmail.com, or 805.525.4645 with vaccination requirements in effect and masks encouraged but not required.
Part of Silverman’s inspiration for writing The Roommate came from observing that older actresses were playing roles where they were waiting for their children to come home, sitting around talking to their friends about some man or learning that their husbands were sleeping with younger women. Younger characters were taken seriously, yet mothers and grandmothers played the dull and old-fashioned roles. “I wanted material to offer them where they were seen as powerful women and not the problem. I really wanted to challenge myself and keep true to these characters, who I wanted seen as strong and were living out dangerous possibilities. What happened were some beautiful surprises.”
The result may be a hilarious and unexpected wild ride, but also it evolves into a deeper exploration of personal transformation and emotional intimacy. As the housemates discover each other, it becomes increasingly interesting to watch them discover themselves. A heartwarming reminder that it is never too late to completely reconstruct every facet of our lives that we wish to change… at ANY age.
THE ROOMMATE is directed by Taylor Kasch with Leslie Nichols and Jessi May Stevenson producing. The design staff supporting the production are Gary Richardson-Lighting. Mike Carnahan-Set, Barbara Pedziwiatr-Costumes, and Gail Heck-Props.
The cast includes Cynthia Killion as “Sharon” and Kathleen Bosworth as “Robyn”.
Proof of vaccination is currently required to attend this production and additional safeguards may be added during the run. Mature Themes and Strong Language.
WHAT: THE ROOMMATE by Jen Silverman, directed by Taylor Kasch WHERE: Santa Paula Theater Center’s Main Stage 125 So. 7th
St. Santa Paula, CA (corner of Main and 7th)
WHEN: MAY 20-JUNE 26. 3 FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 8PM and SUNDAY MATINEES at 2:30
HOW: TICKETS: $24.00 for Adults, $22.00 for Seniors, Students, Military
www.santapaulatheatercenter.org, sptcbox@gmail.com, or 805.525.4645 with vaccination requirements in effect and masks encouraged but not required.