As Bette Davis famously once said, “Old age isn't for sissies!” and this delightful revue certainly proves her point. The various trials and tribulations of old age are humorously illustrated by author Jerry Mayer, through scenes and songs by himself, and his son, Steve. In case you doubt it, some predictable limitations that come with old age are all told with humor and melody. Things such as: Where on earth did I park the car in this public garage? or I'm not hard of hearing, just preoccupied! or Don’t tell me it's time for Viagra!
The
six performers are divided into three couples, identified as Jewish, Irish,
Italian, who are all planning to renew their marriage vows after 30-some years.
This has raised their awareness of certain problems that are becoming
troublesome. For example, the three wives are perplexed by having their once
career-obsessed husbands now lurking, lounging, or hanging around the house
every day. The three husbands are wondering why their once manly domination in life,
work, and home is gone, and is this why they are starting to feel like they are
becoming the weaker sex?
Through
a series of witty songs, the excellent cast share these dilemmas with the
audience members. This brought much recognition laughter from the older folk
attending. For younger people it's a hint of trials and tribulations to come, yet
Mayer's message is clear - keep living and loving and don't put any limitations
on what you can still accomplish. Hey, author Mayer is 90 and, after a career
writing for many top TV shows, he's clearly not slowing down as here he is, onstage
with live theater.
Directed by Chris DeCarlo, who also performs, along with Rachel
Galper, Kyle T. Heffner, Barbara Keegan, Evelyn Rudie and Tom Van Dyke. Musical
accompaniment is by Steve Mayer. At Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 4th Street,
Santa Monica. Tkts: (310) 394-9779 ext.1, or theatre@SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
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