Sylvia by A.R.Gurney – Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at 7:30pm
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SYLVIA
by A. R. Gurney
Directed by Kirk Jackson
Performances:
- Friday and Saturday, October 2nd and 3rd, 2026 at 7:30 PM
- Friday and Saturday, October 9th and 10th, 2026 at 7:30 PM
- Sunday, October 4th and 11th, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Hubbard Hall Main Stage
Play Description:
Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after twenty-two years of child raising in the suburbs. Greg’s career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate’s career as a public school English teacher is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park — or that has found him — bearing only the name “Sylvia” on her name tag. Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of this job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of hilarious and touching complications, Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives.
“Gurney’s mad comedy is the most endearing good time to trot down the pike in many a moon. Howlingly funny …” — BackStage