A Life
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“★★★★★ Exquisite in detail.” —Time Out New York
A wickedly irreverent play about the meaning of life. Nate Martin is hopelessly single. When his most recent breakup casts him into a funk, he turns to the only source of wisdom he trusts: the stars. Poring over astrological charts, he obsessively questions his past and his place in the cosmos. The answer he gets is shockingly obvious — and totally unpredictable.
Commissioned by Portland Center Stage at The Armory | West Coast Premiere!
Who's Who:
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Playbill:
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Run Time:
Approximately 90 minutes with no intermission.
Note:
Recommended for ages 15 and up. Contains adult situations and language. Children under 6 are not permitted at any production at The Armory.
Resource Guide:
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A Life
- Previews Sep. 29–Oct. 4 | Opening night Oct. 5
- By Adam Bock
- Directed by Rose Riordan
Reviews of "A Life"
One of Portland Center Stage's favorite playwrights delivers a small, surprising, perspective-shifting play. This is a guy you know – maybe even a friend. And his worries of not being able to find anyone to love are real and raw. After seeing A Life and getting a glimpse of Nate’s life, you might see the world a little differently, or have a newfound appreciation for your own life." - Oregon ArtsWatch
An Interview with Adam Bock
A Life author Adam Bock on everything from intuition, astrology and Canada.
"A Life" Cast and Creative Team
Meet the exciting cast and creative team for our opening show in the Ellyn Bye Studio.
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