CURVE OF DEPARTURE by Rachel Bonds

On a balmy New Mexico night in a too-small motel room, a "ragtag little group" gathers in anticipation of the funeral that has brought them together. But the dearly departed is the least of their concerns as they all grapple with the curves life has thrown them.
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CURVE OF DEPARTURE

Recommended by

  • Kate Bergstrom:
    11 May. 2020
    “ This is one of my favorite plays of the past five years. Bonds has an ear for rhythm and writes extraordinary characters in impossible moments. I dream of directing this play! ”
  • Darcy Parker Bruce:
    17 Aug. 2019
    “ A beautiful meal of a play. I saw this at Chester Theatre and was completely drawn in. ”
  • Mary Ann Presman:
    27 Sep. 2018
    “ Just saw Northlight Theatre's production of this memorable play--it'll stay with you. ”
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Development History

  • Commission
    ,
    South Coast Rep
    ,
    2016
  • Reading
    ,
    South Coast Rep
    ,
    2016

Production History

  • Professional
    ,
    Chester Theatre Company
    ,
    2019
  • Professional
    ,
    Northlight Theatre
    ,
    2018
  • Professional
    ,
    South Coast Rep
    ,
    2017
  • Professional
    ,
    Studio Theatre
    ,
    2017