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Opened: September 14, 2007 - Closed: December 16, 2007
Profiles Theatre has extended its hit production of Neil LaBute’s comedy Some Girl(s) through December 16, 2007. Some Girl(s) is the first production of Profiles’ 2007-2008 Season, which is devoted to the works of acclaimed playwright and filmmaker Neil LaBute. The production is now playing at the Profiles Theatre, 4147 N. Broadway, Chicago.
A single man, about to get married and rush off on his honeymoon, embarks on an odyssey across the country to meet up with five ex-girlfriends and “right some wrongs.” Some Girl(s) casts a truthful, hilarious light on a typical young American male as he wanders through the heart of darkness that is himself. The production will include a new scene by LaBute that has never before been seen on an American stage.
Some Girl(s) received its World Premiere on London’s West End in May 2005 and had its New York Premiere with Manhattan Class Company in May 2006. The New Yorker raved, “LaBute continues to probe the fascinating dark side of individualism. His great gift is to live in and to chronicle that murky are of not-knowing, which mankind spends much of its waking life denying.” The Journal News exclaimed, “LaBute’s view of modern men and women is unsparing. He is holding up a pitiless mirror to ourselves.” Profiles Theatre continues its collaboration with Neil LaBute following the hit Midwest Premieres of “Fat Pig” and “autobahn”. Both “autobahn” and “Fat Pig” received unanimous critical acclaim and were extended multiple times.
"I'm a lucky man and a happy playwright to have a growing association with Profiles Theatre in Chicago. They are everything that Chicago theatre-more than that, theatre anywhere-should be; masterful artists who rule a small space and have something to say. They are a fearless company and they consistently set the bar higher for themselves and others in the theatrical community. The fact that they plan to spend their season dealing with my plays is a tribute to both them and myself-Profiles reminds me why I started doing this work in the first place: to wake people up and make a difference."
The Playwright
Neil LaBute is an acclaimed writer, director and playwright. He received his Master of Fine Arts degree in dramatic writing from New York University and was the recipient of a literary fellowship to study at the Royal Court Theatre. His films include: "In the Company of Men" (New York Critics' Circle Award for Best First Feature, Filmmakers' Trophy at the Sundance Film Festival), "Your Friends and Neighbors", "Nurse Betty", "Possession", and "The Shape of Things", a film adaptation of his play by the same title. His latest film "Wicker Man", starring Nicolas Cage, was released in September 2006. Plays include: "bash: latter-day plays" (2000); "The Shape of Things" (2001); "The Distance From Here" (2002); "The Mercy Seat" (2002) and "Fat Pig" (2004) which opened at Profiles Theatre in September 2006. His 2005 plays include "Wrecks", "This is How it Goes" and "autobahn" (produced by Profiles in March 2006). In June of 2007, MCC premiered his latest play, "In a Dark, Dark House". LaBute is the author of several fictional pieces that have been published in The New Yorker, The New York Times, Harper's Bazaar, and Playboy among others. A collection of his short stories was published by Grove/Atlantic in October 2004.
The Production Team
Profiles Theatre's production of SOME GIRL(S) is directed by Artistic Director, Joe Jahraus. Mr. Jahraus most recently staged Profiles' acclaimed US Premiere of “Apple” by Vern Thiessen and the long-running hit production of Neil LaBute's “Fat Pig” for which he received a Jeff Citation Nomination for Outstanding Director. He also directed Profiles' celebrated, award-winning production of the Midwest Premiere of "Blackbird" by Adam Rapp. Prior to that, he directed Profiles' Midwest Premiere of “Babylon Gardens” by Timothy Mason and Profiles' critically acclaimed productions of “The Water Engine”, “Sexual Perversity in Chicago”, and the award-winning Midwest Premiere of Jules Feiffer's “Carnal Knowledge”. Benjamin Thiem is the Assistant Director for SOME GIRL(S). Mr. Thiem was also the Assistant Director for Profiles’ production of “Fat Pig”. The production team for SOME GIRL(S) includes: Courtney O’Neill (Set Design); Ron Seeley (Light Design); Myron Elliot, Jr. (Costume Design); Jay Worthington (Stage Manager); Cathy Taylor (Publicist); Profiles Company Member Paul Jaquith (Assistant Stage Manager) and Profiles Company Member Eric Burgher (Sound Design).
The Cast
The cast of SOME GIRL(S) features Profiles' Associate Artistic Director Darrell W. Cox as Guy. Mr. Cox most recently appeared as Andy in Profiles’ American Premiere of “Apple” and as Tom in Profiles' long-running hit, "Fat Pig". Prior to that, he was seen as Robert in "Home" and Charles in "The Shawl" as part of the David Mamet Festival at the Goodman. He has appeared at Steppenwolf in the World Premiere of "Men of Tortuga", the Midwest Premiere of "Orange Flower Water" (which traveled to the Galway Arts Festival), and the World Premiere of "Wendall Greene". Mr. Cox has won three Joseph Jefferson Citations for Principal Actor for his performances in Profiles' productions of "Blackbird", "Some Voices", and "Eye of God". He has also received two After Dark Awards for Outstanding Performance for his work in "Popcorn" and "Carnal Knowledge".
Profiles’ Company Member Julie Zarlenga is featured as Reggie. Ms. Zarlenga most recently appeared in “Bench Seat” as part of Profiles’ Midwest Premiere of “autobahn”. Prior to that, she appeared in “Proof” at the Box Theatre, “A View From the Bridge” with Palindrome Ensemble and “Crimes of the Heart” at the Showcase Theatre. Making their Profiles debuts are Kristin Collins, Jessie Fisher, Susan Price and Sarra Kaufman. Ms. Collins is featured in the role of Sam. She was most recently seen in “Proof” at Alchemy Theatre, where she is a company member. Ms. Fisher is featured in the role of Tyler. Her most recent credits include “Eleven Rooms of Proust” with Lookingglass Theatre Company and “White Suit Science” with Curious Theatre Branch. Ms. Price is featured in the role of Lindsay. Susan was most recently seen in “Henry Hettinger” at the side project. Ms. Kaufman is featured in the role of Bobbi. Sarra’s favorite roles include Lila in “The Promise” and Ophelia in “Hamlet”.
"SOME GIRL(S), currently in a very provocative Midwest premiere at Profiles Theatre, heads for the jugular. Intensely and honestly played, the bitter interchange just sizzles!"
"Highly Recommended! SOME GIRL(S) is an ideally cast Chicago premiere with clever twists that is sure to delight anyone who has ever been unceremoniously dumped. Under Joe Jahraus' sleek direction, Darrell W. Cox is fully believable as the near-compulsive dissembler and the four actresses are perfection!"
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1/2! SOME GIRL(S) is insightfully directed and designed. Darrell W. Cox nails the character and the actresses who make up the ensemble serve him very well. A first rate production!"
"Lean, wry and unsentimental, with caustic humor and chilly candor, LaBute's examination of the carnage resulting from a busted romance is the sort of relationship drama at which Profiles excels. Director Joe Jahraus' taut production reflects a harmonious union between playwright and theater company!"
"Playwright Neil LaBute, director Joe Jahraus and leading man Darrell W. Cox fit together like perfectly cut puzzle pieces, making Profiles' production a twisted treat of emotional heft and devious humor!"
"Profiles Theatre's huge success with Neil LaBute continues with this very well choreographed production of SOME GIRL(S). Deftly handled with strong performances, you are in for a treat!"
"Highly Recommended! The actors are all top-notch. A truly insightful contemporary comedy, SOME GIRL(S) is a great show!"
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