Victory Gardens Artistic Director Chay Yew and Executive Director Jan Kallish have announced the Chicago Premiere of Sarah Ruhl’s Tony-nominated play In the Next Room or the vibrator play, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sandy Shinner.
The production—about the history of the vibrator—runs Sept. 9-Oct. 9 at the Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave., in Lincoln Park.
In a statement, Yew said, “Sarah Ruhl’s In the Next Room is a most remarkable achievement in that it addresses feminist and individual oppression, and societal conformity, with fierce intelligence, longing and wit.”
Previews are Sept. 9-18: Tuesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. Previews are $20-$40. Regular performances run through Oct. 9: Tuesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 4 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. Regular performances are $20-$50.
For tickets and information, call the Victory Gardens box office at 773-871-3000), email tickets@victorygardens.org or visit www.victorygardens.org.