Cry It Out
Cry It Out
September 24 – October 12, 2019
The Liberty Theatre, Hailey
by Molly Smith Metzler
Directed by Denise Simone
“The Family We Find”
Cooped up on maternity leave and eager for conversation, Jessie invites the funny and forthright Lina for coffee in their neighboring backyards. They become fast friends, quickly bonding over their shared “new mom” experience—and arousing the interest of a wealthy neighbor hoping for a similar connection. This insightful comedy takes an honest look at the absurdities of new motherhood, the dilemma of returning to work versus staying at home, and how wealth and class impact parenthood and friendship.
“A deeply felt topical drama that takes audiences on an emotional roller-coaster ride that whipsaws through laughs, poignant tears and moments of monumental rage.” —LEO Weekly
“Tender, revealing and incisive…Cry it Out is consistently masterful in creating characters who feel real.” –WFPL
“Whip-smart…Metzler has written both women with pragmatic and real sensibilities… in lush and textured strokes.” – The Courier Journal
SHOW NOTES
Content Advisory: This production includes adult themes and language and includes the smoking of an electronic cigarette.
Recommended Age: This production is recommended for audiences 16 years of age and older.
Run Time: Cry It Out is approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes with an intermission.
CAST
Adrienne……Michelle Carter*
Lina……Paula Rebelo*
Jessie……Ariel Puls*
Mitchell……Joel Vilinsky
CREATIVE TEAM
Direction……Denise Simone
Costume Design……Maria Gerhardt
Lighting Design……K.O. Ogilvie*
Scenic Design……Joe Lavigne
Sound Design……Chris Henderson, Denise Simone, Russell Simone
Production Assistant/Dramaturg……Chris Henderson
Stage Manager……K.O. Ogilvie*
Technical Director……Patrick Sczcotka
Producing Artistic Director……Scott Palmer
* Member of Actor’s Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Tue, Sep 24, 6pm SPECIAL PERFORMANCE (first-ever) “PARENT & BABY NIGHT” PAY WHAT YOU FEEL PREVIEW
In the spirit of reducing isolation and bringing together people who are sharing a particular life experience, COF is thrilled to announce its first-ever “Parent & Baby Night” at The Liberty Theatre. On Tuesday, Sept. 24, parents and their small children are invited to attend a special performance of Cry It Out together. Unlike typical theatrical productions, where parents are discouraged from bringing their small children to see a show, COF has created a special opportunity where parents can get out to see a play with their babies in tow.
The theatre will be prepped and ready, with the house lights kept illuminated so that parents can keep an eye on their little ones. Baby changing stations will be available in the restrooms, and space will be set aside in the lobby where parents can retreat in the event that a little angel decides to turn into a little monster. Best of all, patrons can attend the show for a donation of their choosing, and babies get in for free!
Wed, Sep 25, 7:30pm FIRST WEDNESDAY / PAY WHAT YOU FEEL PREVIEW
Thu, Sep 26, 7:30pm FIRST THURSDAY / THROWBACK THURSDAY PREVIEW ($24 tickets)
Fri, Sep 27, 7:30pm FIRST FRIDAY / OPENING NIGHT
Sat, Sep 28, 7:30pm FIRST SATURDAY / EDUCATOR NIGHT & DATE NIGHT
Wed, Oct 2, 7:30pm
Thu, Oct 3, 7:30pm
Fri, Oct 4, 7:30pm
Sat, Oct 5, 7:30pm
Sun, Oct 6, 3pm MATINEE / BACKSTAGE TOUR & POST-SHOW CHAT BACK
Wed, Oct 9, 7:30pm
Thu, Oct 10, 7:30pm
Fri, Oct 11, 7:30pm
Sat, Oct 12, 7:30pm
SPONSORS
Cry It Out is generously sponsored by St. Luke’s Wood River.
Company of Fools’ 24th season sponsors: Anonymous (2), Arrow R. Storage, Barrett Family Wines, Linda and Bob Edwards, Shari Friedman and Andrew King, Sue and Mort Fuller, Carol and Len Harlig, Jodie and Dan Hunt—Roy A. Hunt Foundation, The Kantor Family Fund, Marcia and Donald Liebich, Kenneth Lewis, Tedde and Jim Reid, Jane Rosen and Scott Miley—Scott Miley Roofing, Rebecca and Jonathan Neeley, Carol P. Nie, Shubert Foundation, Richard Smooke and Family in loving memory of Judith Smooke, St. Luke’s Wood River, Mary Ann and John Underwood, Maryanne and Jerry Whitcomb, Jeri L. Wolfson Foundation, Barbara and Stanley Zax, housing sponsor The Wood River Inn & Suites, media sponsor The Weekly Sun, wine sponsor Stanton Barrett & Barrett Family Wines, and beer sponsor Warfield Distillery & Brewing
TICKET INFORMATION
$35 member / $40 nonmember / $35 senior (62 and over) / $15 student (with student ID) / $35 group (8 or more) / Second Night 24—All tickets $24 Full Price
*Ticket prices do not include taxes or processing fees.
These ticket prices do not include the “Pay What You Feel” preview, 10 for $10, and Educator Night. There is also a SPECIAL GROUP RATE—groups of 8 or more receive $35 tickets (a $5 savings, per ticket, if you are not a Center member!)
Click on the “Buy Tickets” link to select individual performance dates and the number of seats you’d wish to purchase or call us 208.578.9122—we’re happy to help!
BEYOND THE CURTAIN SPECIAL PERFORMANCES & PRICING OPTIONS
Learn, explore and have fun with Company of Fools. Take advantage of some interesting ways to engage with theatre and the current performance on a deeper level:
FIRST WEDNESDAY / PAY WHAT YOU FEEL PREVIEW
Join us for the first performance of a play and literally pay what you’d like. Tickets go on sale at the Liberty Theatre box office one hour before the performance. There are no reserved seats; simply buy your ticket, find a seat and enjoy the show. If you’d prefer to reserve your seats, you may also purchase your tickets at full price for this performance.
FIRST THURSDAY / THROWBACK THURSDAY PREVIEW ($24 tickets)
All tickets on these dates are discounted to $24 in honor of COF’s 24th season.
FIRST FRIDAY / OPENING NIGHT
Pre-show 20-minute Opening Night Lecture by Producing Artistic Director Scott Palmer, followed by a 10-minute Q&A (45 minutes prior to curtain) and post-show Opening Night reception.
FIRST SATURDAY / EDUCATOR NIGHT & DATE NIGHT
$15 tickets are available on these dates to currently employed educators and school administrators. Tickets may be purchased in advance. Limit two tickets per person. Date Night offers a pre-show happy ½-hour with discounted wine, beer and bubbly; deals at local partner restaurants; and a chance to win fabulous prizes.
BACKSTAGE TOUR & POST-SHOW CHAT BACK (immediately following show)
Immediately following the performance, stay for a thought-provoking and fun discussion with the artists and creative staff. And enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the design elements that went into creating the show.
“10 for $10″
Ten seats are sold for $10 each every night at the box office starting one hour prior to the performance.Limit two tickets per person.
GROUP PRICING
Groups of 8 or more receive $35 tickets (a $5 savings per ticket, if you are not a member of The Center!).