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The Cocktail Party Effect

The Arthur Laurents Theater

Empty nest, full bar, powder keg! A new comedy by Scooter Pietsch, directed by Jason Alexander.

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Date
Apr 27 - May 16, 2027
Venue
The Arthur Laurents Theater
Doors Open
1 hour before curtain
Ticket Prices
$35+
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Three “best friend” couples are celebrating a new phase in life together. After years of bonding over the trials and tribulations of childrearing, their kids are now off to college, and they’re left “alone together” wondering exactly who and what should be a part of their new lives. The stage is set for brutally honest (and hilarious) evaluations, self-reflections, and dramatic resolutions. The Cocktail Party Effect shows what can happen to us when we are “fired” from the greatest job we’ve ever had - being a parent.

A new comedy by Scooter Pietsch
Directed by Emmy and Tony Winner Jason Alexander

Tuesday, Apr 27 7:30 PM Buy Tickets
Wednesday, Apr 28 7:30 PM Buy Tickets
Thursday, Apr 29 7:30 PM Buy Tickets
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Saturday, May 1 2:00 PM Buy Tickets

Saturday, May 1 7:30 PM Buy Tickets
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Sunday, May 16 2:00 PM Buy Tickets

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