One act. The members of a community theatre group have taken refuge in their black box theater as the world outside descends into apocalypse. They rehearse a play that will never open in a world that will not go on.
One act. The members of a community theatre group have taken refuge in their black box theater as the world outside descends into apocalypse. They rehearse a play that will never open in a world that will not go on.
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FINAL DRESS, or Places for the End of the World
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Donald Loftus:
FINAL DRESS, or Places for the End of the World
by Mathew Green
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"Final Dress, or Places for the End of the World" is a haunting drama that celebrates the resilience of artists even in the face of unimaginable catastrophe. Mathew Green masterfully blends humor and heartbreak into a deeply affecting play that asks whether art can sustain us as the world itself falls apart—and answers with quiet, unforgettable conviction.
"Final Dress, or Places for the End of the World" is a haunting drama that celebrates the resilience of artists even in the face of unimaginable catastrophe. Mathew Green masterfully blends humor and heartbreak into a deeply affecting play that asks whether art can sustain us as the world itself falls apart—and answers with quiet, unforgettable conviction.
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Arianna Rose:
FINAL DRESS, or Places for the End of the World
by Mathew Green
“
Ouch. So frightening to read in February 2025. Playwright Matthew Green has written a play that will keep you on the edge of your seat - and the edge of reason. The fact that I can so see this happening in our current political climate is not exactly reassuring, but it is excellent theatre. Wherefore are thou prophetic? I hope not, but hope this goes on to receive many more productions!
Ouch. So frightening to read in February 2025. Playwright Matthew Green has written a play that will keep you on the edge of your seat - and the edge of reason. The fact that I can so see this happening in our current political climate is not exactly reassuring, but it is excellent theatre. Wherefore are thou prophetic? I hope not, but hope this goes on to receive many more productions!
”
Cherielyn Ferguson:
FINAL DRESS, or Places for the End of the World
by Mathew Green
“
This excellent play works on a lot of levels. It offers a timely theme; six good roles for actors; and a reminder that the arts give us the strength to plow on, even in the most dire circumstances. The play reads like a dream, with sharp, character-specific dialog. And it ends with a compelling "what would you do?" Read Final Dress and come up with your own answer-- then think about whether it's the right one.
This excellent play works on a lot of levels. It offers a timely theme; six good roles for actors; and a reminder that the arts give us the strength to plow on, even in the most dire circumstances. The play reads like a dream, with sharp, character-specific dialog. And it ends with a compelling "what would you do?" Read Final Dress and come up with your own answer-- then think about whether it's the right one.
