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"POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive" is a farcical play by Selina Fillinger, directed by Curt Columbus, presented by the Trinity Repertory Company. This uproarious political comedy delves into the chaotic world of a presidential administration on the brink of disaster. When a public relations nightmare spirals into a global catastrophe, it falls upon seven women from the president's inner circle to manage the fallout. These women, each with their own quirks and strengths, must navigate a series of increasingly absurd situations to keep the commander-in-chief afloat. The play is a delightful blend of raunchy humor and sharp wit, promising a rollercoaster of laughs as the characters' antics escalate. With its clever dialogue and dynamic ensemble cast, "POTUS" offers a satirical look at the behind-the-scenes efforts that keep a bumbling leader in check. The production runs in rotating repertory with "Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson Apt. 2B," adding to the rich tapestry of performances at Trinity Rep.

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POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive

Trinity Repertory Company

Life’s not so charming for Becky Nurse, a modern descendant of an executed Salem “witch.” She’s been fired from her job, troubled by her granddaughter’s boyfriend, is pining for a married man, and taking pain pills to cope after her daughter’s overdose. To reverse her bad fortune, she consults an eccentric local witch … leading to shocking, funny, and even disturbing results. Becky’s life transforms into a messy dark comedy that explores how far one woman will go to hold onto what she holds dear. Playwright Sarah Ruhl returns to Trinity Rep’s stage with this enchanted exploration of what is real, what is right, and what is redemptive.   

Becky Nurse of Salem

An indisputable masterpiece by one of America’s greatest Broadway composers and lyricists, this is a heart-pounding thriller that also delights and amazes. Filled with diabolical humor and extraordinary music, the eight-time Tony Award-winning musical tells the tale of an exiled barber’s quest to avenge the wrongs unfairly done to him and his family by a corrupt system of justice. Sweeney Todd is a beautiful, soaring, dark comedy filled with stunning terror that will leave you wanting more!

Curt Columbus

Director

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Past events

Sep 5 - Oct 27, 2024

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive · Trinity Repertory Company

Sep 21 - Nov 10, 2023

Becky Nurse of Salem · Trinity Repertory Company

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