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Water by the Spoonful

Runs March 26 - June 20 and September 4 - November 2, 2014
March 26 – November 2, 2014

We are family

A janitor. A software mogul. A college grad. An IRS paper-pusher. Although they live thousands of miles apart, these four people share a secret: They’re recovering addicts who’ve found a safe haven in an online chat room. There, with liberal doses of jokes and bullying, they help each other navigate the broken terrain of their lives. But when an Iraq War vet’s tragedy spills over into their cyberhome, everything changes. In this fearless, groundbreaking Pulitzer Prize–winner, worlds virtual and real unfold onstage, challenging our notions of family, forgiveness, community and courage.
Suitability Suggestions
This Pulitzer Prize-winning play is about the things that hold us back and the people who help us move forward. It deals with crack addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as the advantages and limits of connecting through the cyberworld. Water by the Spoonful contains strong profanity and vivid descriptions of tragic occurrences from the past, including the violence of the Iraq War. It may be best suited for mature high school students who are prepared to handle the language and themes. Prologue recommended.

Trailer: Water by the Spoonful

Creative Team

Cast

* Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
**AEA Professional Theatre Intern

OSF thanks our show sponsors

  • PRODUCTION SPONSOR
  • Edgerton New Play Award Logo
  • PRODUCTION PARTNERS
  • Sandy Farewell
  • Harvey and Isabel Kibel
  • Ted Wobber and Linda M. DeMelis

Our 2014 Season