Having anyone engage you in conversation on public transit during your evening commute is a nightmare—let alone an ex! But in Off Peak, Withers has created an honest two-hander between two former lovers suffused with nostalgia, regret, and maybe, ultimately, redemption. At one point Sarita says, “I don’t think anything’s ever over.” And that perfectly sums up this bittersweet anti-meet-cute. Easy to produce and a great showcase for a pair of talented actors, this play packs a lot of longing and verbal sparring into a brisk 80 minutes. Give it a read!
Having anyone engage you in conversation on public transit during your evening commute is a nightmare—let alone an ex! But in Off Peak, Withers has created an honest two-hander between two former lovers suffused with nostalgia, regret, and maybe, ultimately, redemption. At one point Sarita says, “I don’t think anything’s ever over.” And that perfectly sums up this bittersweet anti-meet-cute. Easy to produce and a great showcase for a pair of talented actors, this play packs a lot of longing and verbal sparring into a brisk 80 minutes. Give it a read!