Directed by Trent Yoder

Ripcord by David Lindsay-Abaire is a comedy that unfolds in the Bristol Place Senior Living Facility. The play centers on the contentious relationship between two elderly roommates, the fiercely private and curmudgeonly Abby Binder, and the relentlessly cheerful newcomer Marilyn Dunne.

Fueled by Abby’s desire for solitude and Marilyn’s wish for the coveted bed by the window, the two women engage in a seemingly harmless bet: if Abby can make Marilyn angry, Marilyn will move out. Conversely, if Marilyn can scare the seemingly unflappable Abby, she gets the window bed.

This simple wager escalates into an outrageous and increasingly dangerous series of pranks and one-upmanship. Their escalating antics involve the facility’s aide, Scotty, and even their respective families, revealing deeper truths and hidden vulnerabilities beneath their hardened exteriors. As their battle intensifies, the play explores themes of aging, the fear of vulnerability, the search for happiness in later life, and the unexpected connections that can form even in the most unlikely circumstances. The humor is sharp and often physical, but the play also delves into poignant moments as the women confront their pasts and present realities.

Performances at The James Theater
213 N Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52245

Performances will be February 13-14 and 20-21 at 7:30pm, February 15 and 22 at 2:00pm

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Ticket Prices for Grease are as follows.

• $20 + Fees – Adults
• $17 + Fees – Students and Seniors
• $12 + Fees – Children

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