Richard Sheinmel’s Post Modern Living to Play La MaMa in April

Playwright/performer Richard Sheinmel will premiere the latest installment of his Modern Living play cycle, Post Modern Living, at La MaMa E.T.C., April 16-May 2, with an opening on April 18. Jason Jacobs will direct. Casting will be announced at a later date.

Sheinmel’s series follows Mitch, a gay “downtown” New York performance artist, as he writes plays about his life. Post Modern Living features two interconnected tales. The first half follows a day in the life of Mitch and Chester, a committed couple in a long time relationship. While the second half takes place on Mother’s Day, as Mitch help his mom with her garden. The production features original songs by Clay Zambo.

The production team will include John McDermott (sets), Jennifer Caprio (costumes), Tim Schellenbaum (sound), Timothy M. Walsh (lighting), Monica Minoui (hair), Scott Ethier (musical director), Gabriel Luce (bass), and Daniel Acquisto (drums).

For more information, visit www.sheinmel.com or www.lamama.org.