cover of the The Dining Room program
AN AMERICAN COMEDY OF MANNERS | MAIN STAGE

The Dining Room

by A.R. Gurney
Directed by Christine Crawfis
Evenings at 8pm   | Fri 11/7, Sat 11/8, Fri 11/14, Sat 11/15, Fri 11/21, Sat 11/22

Sun Matinee 2pm | Sun 11/16
Sat  Matinee 2pm | Sat 11/22

Change is on the menu.

Set in the dining room of a typical mid-20th century household, this brilliantly conceived and richly humorous theatrical tour de force showcases the now neglected room which was once the vital center of family life. In a mosaic of interrelated scenes—some funny, some touching—an ensemble of actors creates an in-depth portrait of a vanishing lifestyle. A theatrical experience of exceptional range, compassionate humor and abundant humanity, The Dining Room displays the neglected room in all its splendor, with the glassware, silverware and tablecloth used by generations past.

The Dining Room is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. dramatists.com

PURCHASE TICKETS

One of A. R. Gurney’s most eloquent plays … often funny and rueful and, by the end, very moving.
The New York Times

SYNOPSIS:

Set in the dining room of a typical mid-20th century household, this brilliantly conceived and richly humorous theatrical tour de force showcases the now neglected room which was once the vital center of family life. In a mosaic of interrelated scenes—some funny, some touching—an ensemble of actors creates an in-depth portrait of a vanishing lifestyle. A theatrical experience of exceptional range, compassionate humor and abundant humanity, THE DINING ROOM displays the neglected room in all its splendor, with the glassware, silverware and tablecloth used by generations past.THE DINING ROOM premiered at the Studio Theatre of Playwrights Horizons on January 31, 1981, transferred to the Astor Place Theatre on February 24, 1982, and closed on July 17, 1982. Directed by David Trainer, the cast was: Remak Ramsay (Man 1: Father, Michael, Brewster, Grandfather, Stuart, Gordon, David, Harvey, Host), John Shea (Man 2: Client, Howard, Psychiatrist, Ted, Paul, Ben, Chris, Jim, Dick, Guest), William H. Macy (Man 3: Arthur, Boy, Architect, Billy, Nick, Fred, Tony, Standish, Guest), Lois de Banzie (Woman 1: Agent, Mother, Carolyn, Sandra, Dora, Margery, Beth, Kate, Claire, Ruth), Ann McDonough (Woman 2: Annie, Grace, Peggy, Nancy, Sarah, Harriet, Emily, Annie, Guest), Pippa Pearthree (Woman 3: Sally, Girl, Ellie, Aggie, Winkie, Old Lady, Helen, Meg, Bertha, Guest). Sets were by Loren Sherman, costumes by Deborah Shaw, and lighting was by Frances Aronson. Allan Goldstein directed an episode of Great Performances which filmed this stage production directed by Goldstein and starring Ramsay. It was revived Off-Broadway in a Keen Company production on September 20 through October 20, 2007, starring original 1982 Off-Broadway cast member Ann McDonough. Joining McDonough were Dan Daily, Claire Lautie, Timothy McCracken, Samantha Soule, and Mark J. Sullivan.

PLACE: A single unchanging dining room of a well-to-do, Anglo-Saxon Protestant (WASP) household in New England

TIME: Various periods of the 20th century

THERE WILL BE ONE 15-MINUTE INTERMISSION.

PRODUCTION HISTORY:

THE DINING ROOM premiered at the Studio Theatre of Playwrights Horizons on January 31, 1981, transferred to the Astor Place Theatre on February 24, 1982, and closed on July 17, 1982. Directed by David Trainer, the cast was: Remak Ramsay (Man 1:  Father, Michael, Brewster, Grandfather, Stuart, Gordon, David, Harvey, Host), John Shea (Man 2: Client, Howard, Psychiatrist, Ted, Paul, Ben, Chris, Jim, Dick, Guest), William H. Macy (Man 3: Arthur, Boy, Architect, Billy, Nick, Fred, Tony, Standish, Guest), Lois de Banzie (Woman 1: Agent, Mother, Carolyn, Sandra, Dora, Margery, Beth, Kate, Claire, Ruth), Ann McDonough (Woman 2: Annie, Grace, Peggy, Nancy, Sarah, Harriet, Emily, Annie, Guest), Pippa Pearthree (Woman 3: Sally, Girl, Ellie, Aggie, Winkie, Old Lady, Helen, Meg, Bertha, Guest). Sets were by Loren Sherman, costumes by Deborah Shaw, and lighting was by Frances Aronson. Allan Goldstein directed an episode of Great Performances which filmed this stage production directed by Goldstein and starring Ramsay. It was revived Off-Broadway in a Keen Company production on September 20 through October 20, 2007, starring original 1982 Off-Broadway cast member Ann McDonough. Joining McDonough were Dan Daily, Claire Lautie, Timothy McCracken, Samantha Soule, and Mark J. Sullivan.

WHO’S WHO:

CAST (in alphabetical order)

Douglas Woolley (Man 1)

has performed in over 40 productions at County Players, recently including On Golden Pond with his wife Julie. He is delighted to again be on-stage with her and four other talented actors. He dedicates this performance to Irja McDonough, who recently died at 101 years of age. She was one of his premier theatrical mentors.

Brian Mathews (Man 2)

County Players: The Humans (Erik Blake), Our Town (Doc Gibbs), and Guys and Dolls (Harry the Horse); staged reading of The Weir (Jack). The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck: Into the Breeches. The Rosendale Theatre: founding board member and past board president; the original play, Rehearsing in Rosendale; an original musical adaptation On a Midsummer’s Night; The Complete Works of Wm. Shakespeare (Abridged); and multiple radio plays and one act festivals.  He has performed with New Paltz Summer Rep, River Arts Rep New Works Series, Back Alley Theatre (UPAC), Performing Arts of Woodstock, and Pen to Stage Productions in NYC. Training includes Wayne Pyle, Beverly Brumm, Upright Citizens Brigade, and HB Studio. “Thanks to the cast, crew, and County Players for a great opportunity. Love and gratitude to Sigrun, my sons, their wives, and my grandchildren!”

Dylan Parkin [he/him/his] (Man 3)

started volunteering at County Players in 2017 and has since been involved in many productions, including Bullshot Crummond (Otto von Brunno/Salvatore Scalicio), Into the Breeches! (Stuart Lasker), Perfect Arrangement (Jim Baxter), Silent Sky (Peter Shaw), Constellations (Roland), The Drowsy Chaperone (Man in Chair), and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Freddy Benson). Other local credits include Braille Garden and The Covid Confessions at The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, Let’s Misbehave and The Weekend People at Round the Bend Theater, Into the Woods and Tough Love at New Deal Creative Arts Center, and Ex-Gay Bar with both Howl Playwrights and ArtsWestchester. He has directed for and performed in the Hudson Valley Theatre Festival. Dylan holds a bachelor’s degree in Food Science from the Culinary Institute of America and works for an ice cream manufacturer in Congers, NY. He proudly serves on the County Players Board of Governors.

Julie Eads Woolley (Woman 1)

has appeared in many productions at County Players since 1986 when she and Doug first met. Some favorites are:  On Golden Pond (Ethel), String of Pearls (various), ‘Night, Mother (Mother), Doubt (Sister Aloysius), and Nunsense (Mother Superior). Julie has also enjoyed being stage manager for several productions over the years. When not on- or back-stage, you can find her in the box office. By day, Julie is a per diem Hospice RN. She is practicing retirement, trying to figure out what to do when she grows up. “Thanks to Laurie and Jody for holding down the box office. Thank you all for continuing to support local theatre. RIP dearest Irja.”

Alexandra Petrova (Woman 2)

 is a Hudson Valley based actor, and she is thrilled to be in this cast and directed by Christine. County Players credits include The Perfect Arrangement (Norma); elsewhere locally Boy (Rhinebeck Theatre Society), The Crucible (The New Deal Creative Arts Center), Pericles (Bird-On-A-Cliff), Trojan Women, August: Osage County, The Taming of the Shrew, How I Learned to Drive (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck). Other credits include Dans Le Jardin as part of the Something from Abroad Festival in NYC, Titus Andronicus (Manhattan Shakespeare Project), and Caligula Maximus (La Mama ETC). Alex received her BFA from the University of Connecticut where she performed at the Connecticut Repertory Theatre. She sends much love to her family and always to L. 

Lauren Silverman [she/her/hers] (Woman 3)

has been a student of human behavior both on- and off-stage for many years. By day, she works as a therapist for a nonprofit mental health organization. Favorite acting credits at County Players include Perfect Arrangement (MILLIE) and, elsewhere, Emilia and Little Women (Rhinebeck Theatre Society), As You Like It (CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck), and The Crucible (New Deal Creative Arts Center). Lauren is psyched and grateful to be spending her time with this plethora of brilliant theatre artists. “Thanks to Christine for your inspiring direction, to the cast for your heart and talent, and to the crew for your hard work and dedication that brings our production to life.”

DOUGLAS WOOLLEY
DOUGLAS WOOLLEY
(Man 1)
BRIAN MATHEWS
BRIAN MATHEWS
(Man 2)
DYLAN PARKIN [he/him/his]
DYLAN PARKIN [he/him/his]
(Man 3)
JULIE EADS WOOLLEY
JULIE EADS WOOLLEY
(Woman 1)
ALEXANDRA PETROVA
ALEXANDRA PETROVA
(Woman 2)
LAUREN SILVERMAN [she/her/hers]
LAUREN SILVERMAN [she/her/hers]
(Woman 3)

CREW

MICHAEL J. FROHNHOEFER (Production Manager)

is happy to play this role. “Many thanks to all of the individuals that make theatre come alive, enjoy.”

GLEN MORRICE [he/they/theirs] (Stage Manager)

is excited to take the stage management reigns for their first time with this fantastic cast and crew. They previously worked as the co-production manager of Big Fish and assistant stage manager of Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt 2B. They would just like to thank the cast for putting up with their novels each week, Christine McCarthy for letting them take the SM reins, and Christine Crawfis for giving them the opportunity to help bring this story to life. They’d also like to thank Karen, Molly, and Aidan for their support (and understanding).

CHRISTINE McCARTHY [she/her/hers] (Assistant Stage Manager)

is excited to be working with Glen and Christine on this production. She stage-managed Native Gardens and Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt 2B here at County Players. She has managed productions of Every Brilliant Thing, Godspell, Bat Boy, Little Women, Hello! Dolly, Something Rotten!, She Kills Monsters, and other shows on various stages with various production companies around Dutchess County. She is a member of the County Players Board of Governors.

MARK WEGLINSKI [he/him/his] (Production Designer)

is an Emmy Award winning Hudson Valley audio engineer professionally credited with the historic live theatrical broadcast of Good Night, and Good Luck (CNN), plus the live television musicals Annie, Jesus Christ Superstar, Hairspray, The WIZ, Peter Pan, and Sound of Music LIVE! (NBC), and A Christmas Story LIVE! (FOX). Additional 2025 shows include the State Funeral of Jimmy Carter, Presidential Inauguration, State of the Union, and Papal Conclave (ABC), Great Performances for WNET-PBS, 77th Tony Awards (CBS), and MTV Video Music Awards. Local credits include numerous productions at County Players, The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, and Marist College. Mark is a member of the County Players Board of Governors and would like to thank the patrons, performers, and personnel for choosing to make time and space in their lives for the collaborative art of theatre. verylimitedproductions.com

MARC SCHROEDER (Lighting Designer)

previously designed the lighting for the County Players’ productions of Bullshot Crummond, Lips Together, Teeth Apart; Into the Breeches!; Incorruptible; Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B; An Ideal Husband; Calendar Girls; On Golden Pond; A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum; It’s Only a Play; Native Gardens; Seven Keys to Baldpate; The Price; Prelude to a Kiss; Pride and Prejudice; The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Moonlight and Magnolias; In a Word; The Weir; Yankee Tavern; Our Town; A Christmas Tuna; Guys and Dolls; Dirty Rotten Scoundrels; Godspell; Marvin’s Room; All My Sons; Doubt; and Of Mice and Men.

DANI MASTERSON (Hair & Makeup Designer)

is an award-winning makeup artist whose artistry has enriched stage, film, and television productions for over three decades. Her portfolio boasts an array of renowned works, including Ragtime, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, It’s Only a Play, Native Gardens, The Book of Will, Young Frankenstein, Seven Keys to Baldpate, Jesus Christ Superstar, Aida, Spamalot, and Amadeus. Her expertise in wig design and makeup artistry has graced such venues as County Players and Westchester Broadway Theater. Dani’s exceptional skills earned her the Best Hair Design Award from the 2019 Broadway World Regional Awards, recognizing her talent and dedication to her craft. Beyond her artistic prowess, Dani was also inducted into the prestigious Buglers Hall of Fame – a testament to her diverse talents and passions. In addition to her artistic contributions, Dani serves as a Moulage Specialist, creating hyper-realistic special effects injuries for Homeland Security training exercises. 

PEGGY RINGWOOD (Properties)

is excited to work with this talented cast and crew. She has appeared on-stage in many County Players productions, and headed props on many more. As always, she is grateful for her family, the County Players friends she has made, and her “Props Peeps,” especially Nancy. Peggy is thankful for our returning patrons and offers prayers for those who are here in spirit. “Always remember, have fun!”

NANCY SCRIVNER (Properties)

has been happy to be a part of many County Players productions for over 20 years, most recently on Lips Together, Teeth Apart. “Thank you to this cast and crew. Thank you, audience members, for being a part of the family.”

KAELA ALTMAN [she/her/hers] (Intimacy Coordinator)

is thrilled to be a part of this production. Previous County Players fight choreography credits include: Lips Together, Teeth Apart; Big Fish; Incorruptible; and Native Gardens. CP acting credits include: Into the Breeches! (June), George Washington’s Teeth (Ann), and Molly Sweeney (Molly). A lifelong theater-nerd, Kaela has been performing, producing, and choreographing for over 20 years. “Big thanks to the cast and crew for their willingness to play!” 

A.R. GURNEY (Playwright)

Plays: SCENES FROM AMERICAN LIFE, CHILDREN, THE DINING ROOM, THE MIDDLE AGES, RICHARD CORY, THE GOLDEN AGE, WHAT I DID LAST SUMMER, THE WAYSIDE MOTOR INN, SWEET SUE, THE PERFECT PARTY, ANOTHER ANTIGONE, THE COCKTAIL HOUR, LOVE LETTERS, THE SNOW BALL (adapted from his novel), THE OLD BOY, THE FOURTH WALL, LATER LIFE, A CHEEVER EVENING, SYLVIA, OVERTIME, LET’S DO IT (A COLE PORTER MUSICAL), LABOR DAY, FAR EAST, DARLENE AND THE GUEST LECTURER, ANCESTRAL VOICES. Opera: libretto for STRAWBERRY FIELDS, with music by Michael Torke, part of the Central Park Opera trilogy presented by the New York City Opera in the Fall of 1999. Novels: “The Gospel According to Joe,” “Entertaining Strangers,” and “The Snow Ball.” Awards: Drama Desk, N.E.A., Rockefeller Foundation, New England Theatre Conference, Lucille Lortel, American Association of Community Theatres, American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters.

CREATIVE TEAM & PRODUCTION CREW

Set Construction and Painting Crew
Deborah Baldwin, Noah Beauregard, Liam Botsford, Ralph Bowman, Bill Bracey, Jody Coleman, Tom Elliott, Vincent Farina, Aaron Heisler, Marsha Kramer, John Leinung, Chris Lupo, Kevin Martin, John Nelson, Thomas Schmeelk, Liz Sparracio, Doug Woolley, Scott Woolley
Lighting Crew
Kevin Barnes, Ryan King
Sound Designer
Mark Weglinski
Hair & Makeup Crew
Lauren Accomando
Backstage Crew
Elizabeth Crew, Dani Masterson
Concessions
Jody Coleman, Nancy Scrivner
Marketing
Joe Pettignano, David Ringwood
Production and Publicity Photography
Louisa Vilardi
Postcards/Programs/Brochure
Thomas G. Byrne, Christine Crawfis, Stacy Greenspan, Joe Pettignano, Louisa Vilardi
Box Office
Julie Eads Woolley, Laurie Brown, Jody Coleman

Information in “Who’s Who” is provided by those listed. Any opinions expressed are of the players and not necessarily of County Players.


Season 68 Sponsors and Supporters

We would like to extend our thanks to the following foundations, businesses, institutions, and individuals who have provided invaluable support.

Adams Fairacre Farms Arts Mid-Hudson Bill & Jayne Peckham County of Dutchess Rosemary* & Denny Evaul Dutchess ProPrint Facilities Maintenance Corp. Hudson Valley Credit Union IBM (Benevity - American Online Giving Foundation, Inc.) Michael A.* & and Connie E. Boden Powerhouse Theater at Vassar College Stewart’s Shops The Stissing Center

Season 68 Donors

The long history and success of County Players is rooted in the people who believe that our work is worthy of their support. Subscribers/Members may choose to support our ongoing work in many ways, including donations. We wish to express our special appreciation to the following contributors of $25 and more.

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Season 68 Individual Donors

Donors may also choose to support our work by making an individual contribution (not associated with a subscription) during our fiscal year. We wish to express our special appreciation to the following individual contributors of $50 and more.

(*= Current member of County Players Board of Governors; IMO=In Memory Of; IHO=In Honor Of.)

$2500+

Michael A.* & Connie E. Boden
Rosemary* & Denny Evaul
Bill & Jayne Peckham
Kevin Robinson

$1000+

Thomas G. Byrne

$500+

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Adopt-A-Seat Donors and Lifetime Members

Adopt-A-Seat Donors

Cast & Crew of It’s Only A Play (2023)

Cast & Crew of Native Gardens (2022)

Cast & Crew of Seven Keys to Baldpate (2022)

Cast & Crew of Pride and Prejudice (2021)

Cast & Crew of The Price (2021)

Cast & Crew of Prelude To A Kiss (2021)

Beryl Colbourn

Paul & Jody Coleman,
  IHO Ralph & Kathryn Bowman

Robert Ernest

Rosemary & Denny Evaul

Robert Fiorentino

Tom Halstead & Karen Brewster

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Victor T. Mitchell

Joe Prior

Bill & Jayne Peckham

David J. Ringwood,
  IMO Maria McCarthy Ringwood

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COUNTY PLAYERS BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Michael A. Boden

Michael A. Boden

President

Christine E. Crawfis

Christine E. Crawfis

1st Vice President

Kit Colbourn

Kit Colbourn

2nd Vice President

Jody Coleman

Jody Coleman

Secretary

Michael J. Frohnhoefer

Michael J. Frohnhoefer

Treasurer

Rosemary Evaul

Rosemary Evaul

 

Christine McCarthy

Christine McCarthy

 

Glen Morrice

Glen Morrice

 

Dylan Parkin

Dylan Parkin

 

David J. Ringwood

David J. Ringwood

 

Mark Weglinski

Mark Weglinski

 

Jeff Wilson

Jeff Wilson

 


NOTES

NO RECORDING: The use of any audio or video recording device, and the taking of photographs, with or without flash, is strictly prohibited. Violators may be punished by ejection and violations may render the offender liable for monetary damages.

FIRE NOTICE: Fire exits are indicated by illuminated signs above the exit doors. In the event of fire or other emergency, please WALK to the nearest exit door.

TURN OFF ELECTRONIC DEVICES: The use of cellular phones, pagers, and other audible or light-emitting electronic devices is an annoyance to your fellow theater-goers and can interfere with our wireless lighting and sound systems. If you are in possession of any of these devices, please ensure they are TURNED OFF, not merely silenced, throughout the performance.

NO SMOKING: County Players At The Falls Theater is a smoke-free building. Smoking is prohibited anywhere on the premises and within 50 feet of any of the entrances.

Guests expecting EMERGENCY MESSAGES should notify the house manager upon their arrival at the theater.

LATECOMERS will be seated at the discretion of the management at the first appropriate interval on a space available basis.

RESTROOMS are located in the back of the theater.

EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION EQUIPMENT (AED) is located behind the refreshment counter in the lobby. County Players is designated a Heartsafe Location by the Dutchess County Commissioner of Health.

PARKING is at your own risk. County Players is not responsible for parking tickets, towing fees, or damage incurred to vehicles of patrons. Please obey all parking signs and regulations.

TICKETS are non-refundable. We do not accept unpaid reservations. Purchases may be made in advance or call the Box Office or online at countyplayers.org using your MasterCard, VISA, or Discover, by mailing a check at least two weeks prior to a performance.

COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS are welcomed by County Players. Please direct them to the House Manager who can be located through the Box Office. Policies are subject to change without notice.


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CAST (in alphabetical order)

DOUGLAS WOOLLEY (Man 1)
DOUGLAS WOOLLEY

has performed in over 40 productions at County Players, recently including On Golden Pond with his wife Julie. He is delighted to again be on-stage with her and four other talented actors. He dedicates this performance to Irja McDonough, who recently died at 101 years of age. She was one of his premier theatrical mentors.

BRIAN MATHEWS (Man 2)
BRIAN MATHEWS

County Players: The Humans (Erik Blake), Our Town (Doc Gibbs), and Guys and Dolls (Harry the Horse); staged reading of The Weir (Jack). The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck: Into the Breeches. The Rosendale Theatre: founding board member and past board president; the original play, Rehearsing in Rosendale; an original musical adaptation On a Midsummer’s Night; The Complete Works of Wm. Shakespeare (Abridged); and multiple radio plays and one act festivals.  He has performed with New Paltz Summer Rep, River Arts Rep New Works Series, Back Alley Theatre (UPAC), Performing Arts of Woodstock, and Pen to Stage Productions in NYC. Training includes Wayne Pyle, Beverly Brumm, Upright Citizens Brigade, and HB Studio. “Thanks to the cast, crew, and County Players for a great opportunity. Love and gratitude to Sigrun, my sons, their wives, and my grandchildren!”

DYLAN PARKIN [he/him/his] (Man 3)
DYLAN PARKIN [he/him/his]

started volunteering at County Players in 2017 and has since been involved in many productions, including Bullshot Crummond (Otto von Brunno/Salvatore Scalicio), Into the Breeches! (Stuart Lasker), Perfect Arrangement (Jim Baxter), Silent Sky (Peter Shaw), Constellations (Roland), The Drowsy Chaperone (Man in Chair), and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Freddy Benson). Other local credits include Braille Garden and The Covid Confessions at The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, Let’s Misbehave and The Weekend People at Round the Bend Theater, Into the Woods and Tough Love at New Deal Creative Arts Center, and Ex-Gay Bar with both Howl Playwrights and ArtsWestchester. He has directed for and performed in the Hudson Valley Theatre Festival. Dylan holds a bachelor’s degree in Food Science from the Culinary Institute of America and works for an ice cream manufacturer in Congers, NY. He proudly serves on the County Players Board of Governors.

JULIE EADS WOOLLEY (Woman 1)
JULIE EADS WOOLLEY

has appeared in many productions at County Players since 1986 when she and Doug first met. Some favorites are:  On Golden Pond (Ethel), String of Pearls (various), ‘Night, Mother (Mother), Doubt (Sister Aloysius), and Nunsense (Mother Superior). Julie has also enjoyed being stage manager for several productions over the years. When not on- or back-stage, you can find her in the box office. By day, Julie is a per diem Hospice RN. She is practicing retirement, trying to figure out what to do when she grows up. “Thanks to Laurie and Jody for holding down the box office. Thank you all for continuing to support local theatre. RIP dearest Irja.”

ALEXANDRA PETROVA (Woman 2)
ALEXANDRA PETROVA

 is a Hudson Valley based actor, and she is thrilled to be in this cast and directed by Christine. County Players credits include The Perfect Arrangement (Norma); elsewhere locally Boy (Rhinebeck Theatre Society), The Crucible (The New Deal Creative Arts Center), Pericles (Bird-On-A-Cliff), Trojan Women, August: Osage County, The Taming of the Shrew, How I Learned to Drive (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck). Other credits include Dans Le Jardin as part of the Something from Abroad Festival in NYC, Titus Andronicus (Manhattan Shakespeare Project), and Caligula Maximus (La Mama ETC). Alex received her BFA from the University of Connecticut where she performed at the Connecticut Repertory Theatre. She sends much love to her family and always to L. 

LAUREN SILVERMAN [she/her/hers] (Woman 3)
LAUREN SILVERMAN [she/her/hers]

has been a student of human behavior both on- and off-stage for many years. By day, she works as a therapist for a nonprofit mental health organization. Favorite acting credits at County Players include Perfect Arrangement (MILLIE) and, elsewhere, Emilia and Little Women (Rhinebeck Theatre Society), As You Like It (CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck), and The Crucible (New Deal Creative Arts Center). Lauren is psyched and grateful to be spending her time with this plethora of brilliant theatre artists. “Thanks to Christine for your inspiring direction, to the cast for your heart and talent, and to the crew for your hard work and dedication that brings our production to life.”