Overview
- The Off-Broadway production opened Nov. 23 at the Lucille Lortel Theatre and runs through Dec. 28, 2025.
- Nicholas Braun and two-time Tony winner Kara Young lead the two-hander as Doug and Kayleen under Pepe’s direction.
- Critics commend Young’s performance and note Braun’s screen-to-stage turn, while questioning the play’s pacing and nonlinear flow.
- The staging makes costume and injury makeup changes visible between scenes, alongside graphic prosthetic effects and simulated illness.
- Designers Arnulfo Maldonado (set), Japhy Weideman (lighting), Sarah Laux (costumes), Brian Strumwasser (makeup) and David Van Tieghem (sound) draw specific praise, with opening night drawing notable industry guests.