How to Raise a Pop-Up Kid

In the late days of corporate America, a typical day at the office turns upside down when middle manager Chris meets a ghostly girl claiming to be her daughter. At first annoyed, Chris decides fake motherhood may be alright when the creature’s unpredictable behavior triggers the promotion she has been dreaming of. But she soon finds that success, like love, exacts a price she may not be qualified to pay.
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How to Raise a Pop-Up Kid

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  • Cheryl Bear:
    27 Mar. 2021
    A terrific look at pursuing the career path and the pop-up child that's so sharp and spot on. Excellent!
  • Wendy A. Schmidt:
    15 Sep. 2018
    The Pop-Up Kid explores modern coping mechanisms with an understated and graceful sense of loss, lots of humor, and a song about a guy’s corgi. Surprising dialogue, endearing characters, and a delightfully odd point of view make this play a subtle and fulfilling meal.
  • Hallie Palladino:
    11 Sep. 2017
    Popup Kid is full of sharp wit, unexpected juxtapositions and surprising discoveries. MT Cozzola's observation of character is excellent and her endearing protagonist grabs us from the get go. The play explores mother daughter relationships in a highly original way through the introduction of "the Popup" child. Through this lens Cozzola explores Chris's positive choice to live childfree in spite of her late mother's expectations. It is lovely to see a play about a woman embracing her professional ambitions and finding her own path to fulfillment. A delightful mix of magical realism and absurdist humor.

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    Something Marvelous Festival of Magical Realism
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    2015

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