The Mystery of Love & Sex
Written by Bathsheba Doran
Directed by Marti Lyons
About the Play
Marti Lyons, one of Chicago’s finest emerging directors, brings her unique vision to this deeply insightful and very funny new play, using the intimacy of WT’s Gillian Theatre to bring audiences face-to-face with the challenges of loving someone completely while trying to determine exactly what that means.
Advisory: This performance contains:
• full frontal nudity
• sexual situations
• adult language
• smoking
• depiction of drug use
Showtimes
Evenings
Tuesdays – Saturdays 7:30pm
Sundays 6pm
Matinees
Saturdays 3pm
Sundays 2pm
select Wednesdays at 3pm
- Advisory: This performance contains:
• full frontal nudity
• sexual situations
• adult language
• smoking
• depiction of drug use
- This is a reserved seat venue. Doors to the performance space will open approximately 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the performance.
- There is no late seating or readmittance.
- For performances listed as “Sold Out,” contact the Box Office for more information about our standby and wait list options as well as for assistance locating currently available dates and times.
Meet the Artists
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Hayley Burgess |
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Keith Kupferer* |
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Jerry Miller |
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Lia Mortensen* |
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Travis Turner* |
Bathsheba Doran (Playwright)
Marti Lyons (Director)
Andrew Boyce (Scenic Designer)
Samantha C. Jones (Costume Designer)
Paul Toben (Lighting Designer)
Andrew Hansen (Sound Designer)
Rebecca Adelsheim (Dramaturg)
Tyrone Phillips (Assistant Director)
Rebecca Pechter* (Stage Manager)
Mallory Jane Bass (Assistant Stage Manager)
Janelle Boudreau (Assistant Stage Manager)
*Denotes a member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers
Reviews
“Original [and] refreshing! A critical look at young friendships…ideal for different generations of a family.”
“A mystery worth exploring! A sweet, gently humorous…examination of sexual identity, race and relationships.”
“Very thought-provoking—a philosophical tour de force!”
WT Audience Member
“Highly Recommended! Deep, intricate, prescient, moving and compelling. And…very funny!”
“I was continuously entertained. Plenty of laughs, [with] some wonderfully sharp dialogue.”
Chicagoland Theatre Reviews
“The acting was incredible. An excellent ensemble--most enjoyable!”
WT Audience Member
“Bravo! A play full of surprises [with a] dynamite cast.”
“Engaging and entertaining! As funny as it is eye opening.”
Special Events
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Accessible Performances
ASL-Interpreted performance: Friday, June 16, 2017 at 7:30pm
Open-Captioned performance: Friday, June 23, 2017 at 7:30pm
Sunday Spotlight
Sunday, May 21, 2017 after the matinee performance
Are you curious about the world that surrounds your favorite plays? Sunday Spotlight offers access to the finest speakers, scholars and cultural leaders. This one-hour event extends the conversation on our stages by featuring an expert in an area connected to the play.
The Making of... The Mystery of Love & Sex
Monday, June 5, 2017 at 6:30pm
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of our productions? For each production, we will offer insight into a different aspect of creating theatre. Enjoy a short and lively presentation by our actors, designers or other experts who will walk you through the process of preparing for and executing a production.
Post-Show Conversation: The Word
Join us after every Tuesday evening performance (excluding previews and any extensions) for a 15-minute discussion of the play, facilitated by a member of the WT Artistic Team.
Post-Show Conversation: The Artist
Join us after every Wednesday evening performance (excluding previews and any extensions) for a 15-minute talk-back featuring actors from the production, facilitated by a member of the WT Artistic Team.
THE MYSTERY OF LOVE & SEX Photo Gallery
THE MYSTERY OF LOVE & SEX First Rehearsal
THE MYSTERY OF LOVE & SEX - Director Interview
THE MYSTERY OF LOVE & SEX - Cast Interviews
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