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Christopher Durang's Classic Comedy Baby with the Bathwater

Manhattan Theatre Source (177 MacDougal St New York City, NY 10011)
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From Ground UP Productions, the company behind the smash hit The People vs. Mona, comes Baby with the Bathwater, Christopher Durang's wickedly funny comedy of manners. An eccentric couple is unprepared for the rigors of childrearing. When they bring their newborn baby home, they have no idea what to do. An outrageous Nanny and clueless school principal only make things worse. Is it possible to escape an unconventional childhood?

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The last date listed for Baby with the Bathwater was Thursday November 15, 2007 / 8:00pm.

Manhattan Theatre Source
177 MacDougal St
New York City, NY 10011
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The show was great, definitely worthwhile. But be prepared for what kind of show it is. There were a lot of people in the audience (and its a small 30 person theatre) who were not familiar with the surreal biting sarcasm of Christopher Durang's comedy...I suggest that anyone interested in seeing this play at least get a sense of what they are going to before getting tickets. However, if you are into Durang, which I am, it was a great independent production. Both productions I've seen at manhattan theatre source have been excellent--I stand by anything that is done there.
Written on Nov 09 2007

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Not a very good production at all. I have seen better High School shows. I still give it 2 stars however because of the plays difficulty. This type of comedy is very difficult to pull off because it is so absurd, and even some of the best actors have a hard time doing justice. When the comedy doesnt work it just makes the audience feel uncomfortable, and not know how to react. I will say that the stage design was quite impressive though, and eah actor had moments of brilliance.
Written on Nov 16 2007

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Fantastic production. Durang isn't easy to do well, and I was very impressed. Plus, we sat in the front row right next to a famous character actor! A great night out.
Written on Nov 16 2007

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This was brilliant and hilarious. The entire company was remarkable. I might even see it again.
Written on Nov 12 2007

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When Baby with the Bathwater premiered off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons in 1983, the New Yorker called Mr. Durang "one of the funniest dramatists alive" and the New York Times raved that Durang "conquers bitterness and finds a way to turn rage into comedy that is redemptive as well as funny."

About the Ticket Supplier: Ground UP Productions

Ground UP Productions continues to grow from the ground, up. With every show, they learn more, expand their patron list, improve quality, and raise the stakes. Their firm mission has evolved into producing "The New Classics" - breaking ground with new plays and musicals which they believe are destined for greatness, and reviving old favorites in new and exciting ways. They are passionate about commissioning new work, supporting playwrights in their development of that work, nurturing the future voices of theater, and ultimately providing a professional launching pad for these pieces. They believe in hard work, attention to detail, and honest, vibrant theater.