[Capdist-announce] Fat Pig: Shuster Play Reading Series at Homemade Theater, Saratoga Springs, Janu. 20th at 3 pm

[Michael McDermott]

Fat Pig
Sunday, January 20th at 3:00 pm
Home Made Theater, Saratoga Springs NY
 
How many insults can you hear before you have to stand up and defend the woman you love? Tom faces just that question when he falls for Helen, a bright, funny, sexy young woman who happens to be plus sized-and then some. Forced to explain his new relationship to his shallow (although shockingly funny) friends, finally he comes to terms with his own preconceptions of the importance of conventional good looks. In the age of no carbs, nip tucks and extreme makeovers, will Tom destroy his chance for true happiness? Neil LaBute's sharply drawn play, Fat Pig, not only critiques our slavish adherence to Hollywood ideals of beauty but boldly questions our own ability to change what we dislike about ourselves. 
 
Please join our spirited play reading of : FAT PIG 
 
The play reading is directed by Michael McDermott, and features sharply drawn characters who are played by Brendan McDermott, Dolores Todaro, Eric Shovah and Heather D'Arcy. This brave play talks openly about some very difficult topics that people do not openly discuss-- but think every day. It features a brave and heart-wrenching performance by Dolores Todaro as the title character. Brendan McDermott plays Tom, who must make a decision on happiness and commitment, or "fitting in". Eric Shovah and Heather D'Arcy portray Tom's cruel and crass (and bitingly humorous) work colleagues. Please join us for this thought provoking and incisive look at how we view those who are....different... from us. 
 
Did I mention that admission is free? The runs approximately 80 minutes long, with-out an intermission. 
 
About the Author
Neil LaBute is a critically acclaimed writer-director for both the stage and screen. His works include the plays The Distance from Here and bash: latterday plays and the films In the Company of Men, Your Friends and Neighbors, Nurse Betty, and Possession, as well as the play and film adaptation of The Shape of Things. The words comedy and tender love don't exactly send Neil LaBute's name popping into your head. His work is more typically associated with gritty, downbeat stories. Yet, Fat Pig, his latest play is a laugh-studded theatrical gem and its love affair is genuine and engaging.
 
Michael McDermott
(518) 669-5414
 
Michael McDermott
(518) 669-5414
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