Ripcord

Ripcord is a sharp comedy by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Lindsay-Abaire. The story centers on Abby Binder, a cantankerous resident at the Bristol Place Senior Living Facility, who wagers a bet with her infuriatingly cheerful new roommate, Marilyn Dunne. The two engage in an escalating, hilarious game of one-upmanship to claim the room's coveted sunny window bed.Key details of the play include:The Bet: Abby bets she can make Marilyn genuinely angry, while Marilyn bets she can make Abby experience genuine fear—specifically skydiving ("ripcord").Characters: Features seven major roles, most notably the two sparring roommates (Abby and Marilyn), an eccentric orderly named Scotty, and a cast of colorful supporting characters.Themes: While deeply comedic, the play blends slapstick humor with poignant themes about aging, loneliness, and the value of human connection.Premiere: The play officially opened off-Broadway at the Manhattan Theatre Club on October 20, 2015, directed by David Hyde Pierce.

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