Methtacular!

by Steven Strafford

(Full length, solo show in one act) METHTACULAR! written and performed by Steven Strafford, directed by Adam Fitzgerald, is Strafford’s hilarious and harrowing account of his three year run as a crystal meth addict in Chicago. As Steven weaves together stories, songs and sitcom trivia, and a game show, audiences will laugh their way down into the depths of his drug addled, sex crazed life. Methtacular! is a...

(Full length, solo show in one act) METHTACULAR! written and performed by Steven Strafford, directed by Adam Fitzgerald, is Strafford’s hilarious and harrowing account of his three year run as a crystal meth addict in Chicago. As Steven weaves together stories, songs and sitcom trivia, and a game show, audiences will laugh their way down into the depths of his drug addled, sex crazed life. Methtacular! is a roller coaster ride you won’t soon forget. Video of full production is included on this page.

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  • Tanya O'Debra: Methtacular!

    This was my first introduction to Steven's work, and I've been a fan ever since. Methtacular! is a deeply moving yet raucously funny portrayal of addiction and recovery. If it's ever playing near you, run don't walk to see it. And if you have the power to put it on stage, don't hesitate.

    This was my first introduction to Steven's work, and I've been a fan ever since. Methtacular! is a deeply moving yet raucously funny portrayal of addiction and recovery. If it's ever playing near you, run don't walk to see it. And if you have the power to put it on stage, don't hesitate.

  • Catherine Weingarten: Methtacular!

    A really honest and bitingly funny one man show with catchy tunes that wake you up a little. Steven really bares it all and shows how scary and dark addiction can be but at the same time his comedic and unique voice as a dramatist shines through. Exciting play!

    A really honest and bitingly funny one man show with catchy tunes that wake you up a little. Steven really bares it all and shows how scary and dark addiction can be but at the same time his comedic and unique voice as a dramatist shines through. Exciting play!

  • Skye Robinson Hillis: Methtacular!

    A beautiful, hilarious, wild, intense, delightful 90 minutes that I am so glad so many people have gotten to see and I can't wait for more people to do the same.

    A beautiful, hilarious, wild, intense, delightful 90 minutes that I am so glad so many people have gotten to see and I can't wait for more people to do the same.

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Character Information

  • Steven
    Funny. Vulnerable. Good with moments of improvisation.
    Character Age
    35-45
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Any (but probably Male)

Development History

  • Type Workshop, Organization York Theatre Company, NYC, Year 2013
  • Type Reading, Organization kef production, NYC , Year 2011
  • Type Reading, Organization Flashpoint Theatre Company , Year 2010

Production History

  • Type Professional, Organization Steppenwolf Theatre, 1700 space, Year 2019
  • Type University, Organization Colby College, Year 2018
  • Type Professional, Organization The Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Year 2017
  • Type Professional, Organization Portland Stage, Year 2016
  • Type University, Organization Drew University, Year 2015
  • Type Professional, Organization About Face Theater, Year 2014
  • Type Fringe, Organization Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Year 2012
  • Type Professional, Organization kef Productions, Year 2012

Awards

  • Artists' Pick
    Cincinnati Fringe Festival
    Judges' Choice
    2012
  • Artists
    Judges' Choice
  • Jeff Award
    Jeff Awards Committee Chicago
    Runner Up
    2015