The REP's Production of BECKY'S NEW CAR Opens at Pittsburgh Playhouse Tonight

The REP, Point Park University's professional theatre company, presents Becky's New Car by Steven Dietz, tonight, Jan. 31st through Feb. 17th in the Studio Theatre at The Pittsburgh Playhouse; Kim Martin directs.

In Becky's New Car, we follow the high-speed life of Becky Foster-caught in middle age, middle management and in a middling marriage-with no prospects for change on the horizon. Then one night a socially inept and grief-struck millionaire stumbles into the car dealership where Becky works. Becky is offered nothing short of a new life...and the audience is offered a chance to ride shotgun in a way that most plays wouldn't dare. Becky's New Car is a thoroughly original comedy with serious overtones, a devious and delightful romp down the road not taken.

The REP's production of Becky's New Car features Jodi Gage as Becky Foster, Tony Bingham as Joe Foster, Kevin Daniel O'Leary as Chris Foster, Randy Kovitz as Walter Flood, Katelyn Mancuso as Kensington (Kenni) Flood, Michael Fuller as Steve, and Adrienne Wehr as Ginger. Scenic design is by Maddie Bucci, lighting design by Andy Ostrowski, sound design by StEve Shapiro, and costume design by Don DiFonso.

Becky's New Car previews tonight, Jan. 31st, and runs Friday, Feb. 1st through Sunday, Feb. 17th in the Studio Theatre. Performances are Thursday - Saturday at 8 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday at 2 p.m.

Individual tickets range in price from $24 to $27. Preview tickets are $15. To purchase individual tickets, contact the Pittsburgh Playhouse box office by phone 412-392-8000 or online at www.pittsburghplayhouse.com.

The Dunkin' Donuts Discussion Series will be held on Friday, February 8th. Following the performance you are invited to stay to discuss the show and enjoy donuts and coffee compliments of Dunkin' Donuts.

A Valentine's Day "Girl's Night Out" champagne cocktail party will be held prior to the 8 p.m. show on Thursday, Feb. 14th. The event starts at 6:30 p.m., and includes champagne, strawberries and other light hors d'oeuvres, as well as door prizes. Individual tickets are $35, or $60 for a pair. Please specify the "Girl's Night Out" event when making a reservation as there are a limited number of tickets available.

Patrons can take advantage of the "pay what you will" performance on Saturday, Feb. 2nd at 2 p.m., subject to availability.

Pictured: Tony Bingham as Joe Foster and Jodi Gage as Becky Foster. Photo Credit: Drew Yenchak.

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