West Coast Premier!
Maple and Vine
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A modern-day couple chooses to live life like it's 1955 in this dark comedyCould you drop Wi-Fi for hi-fi? Abandon sushi lunches for Tupperware parties? What would you give up for a simpler life? Overwhelmed by the infinite choices of the modern world, Katha and Ryu discover an enticing escape route: joining a community of 1950s reenactors, where life is slower, passion is risqué, and a sparkling cocktail is a daily accessory. But in this provocative comedy, retro attitudes about gender, race, and sexuality stir up powerful questions. How much are they willing to sacrifice for happiness?
Recommended for ages 14 and up (contains sexual situations)
"A clever, sharply drawn fantasy. Makes a sneaky, compelling case for the seductions of living the Ozzie and Harriet life." —The New York Times
"A darkly appealing fairy tale. [Playwright] Jordan Harrison racks up beaucoup points for originality." —Variety
"Four stars!" —Time Out New York
"One of the most intriguing premises of the year" —New York Post
"Touching and thought-provoking" —Louisville Courier-Journal
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