Dancer

**Furlough’s Paradise at Geffen Playhouse**

**Event Overview:**
Geffen Playhouse is proud to present the West Coast Premiere of "Furlough’s Paradise," a compelling new play written by a.k. payne and directed by Tinashe Kajese-Bolden. This poignant production will run from April 16 to May 18, 2025, at the esteemed Gil Cates Theater in Los Angeles.

**Synopsis:**
"Furlough’s Paradise" delves into the lives of cousins Sade and Mina, who find themselves reunited in their childhood town for the funeral of their mother and aunt. With Sade on a three-day furlough from prison and Mina taking a break from her bustling life on the West Coast, the pair confront their grief, their past, and their diverging paths in life. Through their journey, the play explores themes of home, love, kinship, and the elusive dreams of utopia that persist within family dynamics. This theatrical and poetic narrative promises to captivate audiences with its exploration of conflicting memories and shared hopes for the future.

**Performance Information:**
- **Dates:** April 16 - May 18, 2025
- **Venue:** Gil Cates Theater, Geffen Playhouse, Los Angeles
- **Running Time:** Approximately 80 minutes with no intermission
- **Content Advisory:** Contains mature content and profanity. Recommended for ages 12 and above. Note: Herbal cigarette smoke is used in this production.

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Don't miss this powerful and evocative production that promises to be both a theatrical and emotional journey. Join us at Geffen Playhouse for "Furlough’s Paradise" and experience the magic of live theatre that explores the depths of human connections and the complexities of returning home.

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Furlough’s Paradise

Geffen Playhouse

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Ariel Osterweis

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