Parasite Drag is a drama about a small town Illinois family and the stories that haunt them. Estranged brothers Gene and Ronnie are forced together to make arrangements for their sister, a homeless drug addict dying of AIDS. At first glance, the two men seem to be polar opposites. But as their sister’s tragedy forces open old wounds, we see that they are very much alike, united forever by a dark, tragic past. Mark Roberts began his career as a stand-up comic and actor. His credits include appearances on Seinfeld, Friends, The Practice, The Larry Sanders Show, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, and The Naked Truth.
Now a producer on the CBS television series Two and a Half Men, Mark’s other plays include Couples Counseling Killed Katie, Welcome to Tolono, Where the Great Ones Run, and Rantoul and Die, which, after receiving its world premiere in Los Angeles last year, will open in Chicago this fall. Parasite Drag, directed by David Fofi, will open on August 13 and run through October 2nd.
RAVE REVIEWS FOR PARASITE DRAG
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Critics Pick
"...genuine chills, laughs, and food for thought...a harrowing work. The impeccable artistry of Fofi, his deeply committed cast, and an inspired design team...the result is a haunting evening of theater not soon to be forgotten."
Les Spindle
LA WEEKLY
GO"As screwed-up families go, the one on exhibit in Mark Roberts' ultra-dark comedy makes a serious run for the top prize. Roberts instills plenty of comic relief into his writing. The characters are well sketched and without a trace or urbanity. David Fofi delivers spot-on direction and draws very good performances from his cast."
Lovell Estell III
HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
"...the cast, under David Fofi's direction, brings Roberts' words passionately to life. There's no denying the intensity and brutal honesty of the writing or acting."
Jay Reiner
RUNS
AUG 13th – SEP 18th
RESERVATIONS
(213) 614-0556
Elephant Space
6322 Santa Monica Blvd
Hollywood, Los Angeles CA 90038
On the corner of Santa Monica Blvd and Lillian Way (one block west of Vine).
Street parking.
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