WATERVILLE — The Waterville Opera House is going on a journey where the contest for survival of the fittest has a wheelchair ramp and daily, scheduled nap time. Waterville Opera House will present “Ripcord” — an astounding, laugh-a-minute production of the hilarious comedic farce about a not-so-serene retirement. Opening Friday, June 14, this production will run through Sunday, June 23 at the historic Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St.
A sunny room on an upper floor is prime real estate in Bristol Place Senior Living Facility, so when cantankerous Abby is forced to share her room with new-arrival Marilyn, she has no choice but to get rid of the infuriatingly chipper woman by any means necessary. A seemingly harmless bet between the old women quickly escalates into a dangerous game of one-upmanship that reveals not only the tenacity of these worthy opponents, but also deeper truths each would rather remain hidden. This show is funny, hilariously inappropriate, and heartfelt. It is noted this show contains profanity.
Showtimes are June 14, 15, 21, 22 at 7:30 p.m.; June 16, 23 at 2 p.m.
The performers in “Ripcord” and their roles are Birdie Newman Katz, Abby Binder; Marie Cormier, Marilyn Dunne; Scotty, John Buys; Beth Lambert, Colleen; Paul Herard, Derek; Robert Conrad, Benjamin; Lewis – Joshua Veilleux, Clown; Emily Cates, Woman in White; and Taylor Kruse, Zombie Butler.
For ticket information, call 207-873-7000, visit www.operahouse.org or the box office at 1 Common St.
PHOTO: Marie Cormier, left, and Birdie Newman Katz are ready to dazzle and delight in “Ripcord.” (Sumitted photo)
