On the night of their 20th high school reunion, the self-proclaimed “Multi-Ethnic Reject Group” reconnects while they pregame in Prince George’s County, Maryland. But amid the flow of reminiscing, an otherworldly presence forces these former classmates to face the past head-on and reckon with an unknowable future. The latest from MacArthur Genius Award- winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins (An Octoroon, Appropriate, Gloria), this “mesmerizing” (The Wrap) new play garnered a New York Times Critic’s Pick and Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play. Featuring Erika Rose, member of Woolly Mammoth’s Company of Artists, in collaboration with The Wilma’s HotHouse.

The Comeuppance

Woolly Mammoth Theatre

Join us at Playwrights Horizons for the captivating new play, "Staff Meal," written by the talented Abe Koogler and directed by the visionary Morgan Green. This kaleidoscopic comedy is set to grace the stage of the Peter Jay Sharp Theater starting April 12, 2024. Dive into a world where the outside may be crumbling, but inside a mysterious and beautiful restaurant, a group of lonely city dwellers finds solace, connection, and a strange power that wards off the darkness. "Staff Meal" promises an evening of delicious food, warm service, and an atmosphere where you're safe—at least until closing time.

This production has been made possible through the generous support of the Venturous Theater Fund, a Fund of Tides Foundation, and is part of Playwrights Horizons' season, supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Critics have praised Koogler for his ability to capture the essence of reality while hinting at the eternal, creating characters that are earnest, idiosyncratic, and humorously critical of societal hierarchies.

Don't miss your chance to experience this unique blend of tension and simplicity that promises to tug at your heartstrings. Secure your season package today for early booking and ensure your spot at one of the most anticipated productions of the year.

Jian Jung

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Sep 8 - Oct 6, 2024

The Comeuppance · Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

Apr 12 - May 19, 2024

Staff Meal · Playwrights Horizons

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