Paige Zubel's ACTUALLY, HONESTLY GOING TO FUCKING DIE is a hybrid of science fiction and comedy that is beautifully constructed to tell the story of finding a sense of purpose in the midst of addiction recovery. Zubel's writing is very reminiscent of Noah Haidle and Caryl Churchill and yet is able to contemporize their styles of writing in one of the most original plays I have ever read.

I don't like sand. It's coarse. Rough and irritating. You know how it goes. What I do love is this play. LIKE sand, it should get everywhere. Zubel's script is absolutely gobsmacking, insightfully and absurdly shining bright, bright light on alcoholism and sober life. To say much more would spoil the beauty of its shifts and movements, but rest assured that a full company would have a powerful, enthralling time creating the imagery here. God, how I would love to see this live.

Absurdist. Bright. Funny. Poetic. Gorgeously paced. Beautiful language. I could really go on. This play is one hell of a ride. It goes from everyday to huge and theatrical to an ending that is vulnerable, incredibly poignant, and heart-wrenching. Much like a trip through Area 51, there is so much to discover in this play about loneliness, asking for help, addiction, and ultimately recovery. A must-read and a must-produce!