SCHENECTADY — Schenectady Civic Players will launch their 97th season in September with the dramatic comedy “Well” by Lisa Kron, directed by Matthew G. Moross.
The play explores themes of mothers and daughters, mind over body, social activism, and the nature of theater. The narrative centers on Lisa, the onstage playwright, who attempts to craft a memory play about her mother, Ann—a force-of-nature who, despite her constant illness, manages to impact her community positively.
Performances are scheduled for Friday through Sunday, Sept. 20 to 22, and Wednesday through Sunday, Sept. 25 to 29. Showtimes are at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 2:30 p.m. for Sunday matinees.
Tickets are priced at $25 and are available online through the Schenectady Civic Players website, by phone, or at the door for any performance. Season subscriptions for all five shows of the 2024-2025 season are available for $80.
For more information, call 518-382-2081 or visit civicplayers.org.
The cast of “Well” features Mary Darcy, Christine Boice Saplin, Jean Carney, Timmy Martin, Michael Schaefer, and Monet Thompson-Young.
Regarding COVID-19 protocols, Schenectady Civic Players currently encourages mask usage but does not require it. The policy is subject to change based on transmission rates and updated guidelines from local, state, and federal authorities. The organization asks patrons for patience and flexibility as it continues to adapt to ensure the safety and comfort of attendees.
Following “Well,” Schenectady Civic Players will continue their season with “A Moon for the Misbegotten” by Eugene O’Neill, directed by Evan Jones, running Nov. 15-24, 2024. Other upcoming productions include “100 Saints You Should Know” by Kate Fodor, “Casa Valentina” by Harvey Fierstein, and “A Perfect Ganesh” by Terrence McNally, each led by different directors and scheduled throughout the 2024-2025 season.
Schenectady Civic Players, one of the longest-running community theaters in the area, continues to bring a diverse range of productions to the Capital Region, highlighting both classic and contemporary works.
