Lowell, MA—What happens when your wildest dreams come true…for your best friend? And more importantly, who should pay for lunch?  Merrimack Repertory Theatre concludes its 29th season with the regional premiere of The Four of Us by one of America’s freshest new playwrights, Itamar Moses, author of the acclaimed Bach at Liepzig.  Merrimack Repertory Theatre’s production of The Four of Us is the first after the play’s New York City Off-Broadway debut, and represents Moses debut in the Boston area.  The production opens April 20th at 7PM, with previews April 17-20th 2PM, and closes May 11. Fresh from a role in the Broadway production of Aaron Sorkin’s latest play, The Farnsworth Invention, Kyle Fabel (director of Trying last season at MRT) will direct actors Bhavesh Patel and Jed Orlemann.

The Four of Us is a twisted tale of friendship threatened by success that throws logic for a loop. David and Benjamin are long-time friends who share a passion for the written word. As playwright David staggers through multiple disappointments, Benjamin’s novel soars to tremendous success. Fame and jealousy tango in a comical death-match that challenges the survival of the young men’s friendship.

Moses’ storytelling style is riddled with humor as audiences are shown David and Benjamin “then and now.” Their memories consist of raucous and ridiculous times they’ve shared as well as distinct moments of poignancy in their friendship. Many surprises throughout the play will keep audiences laughing and engaged in this hip modern work.  The Four of Us was named “Outstanding New Play” at the 2008 San Diego Critics Circle Awards.

Performance schedule: Wednesday through Friday evenings at 8PM and Sundays at 7PM; Sunday matinees at 2PM; Wednesday matinee on April 23 at 2PM; and Saturday performances at 4:30PM and 8:30PM. Post-show forum with the artistic team on Friday, April 18. Pay What You Will performance on Thursday, April 17 at 8pm; Lowell Night, $10 tickets for Lowell residents on Saturday, April 19 at 8:30PM.

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FOR TICKETS Prices: single tickets $26-$56; student/senior/group discounts available.  Season Subscriptions run $65-$275; and include an extensive package of benefits, including the lowest prices available; the best seats; free ticket exchange privileges; discounts on individual tickets; discounts at area restaurants and retailers; and free parking.  Tickets can be purchased at MRT’s box office, 50 E. Merrimack St. in Lowell or by calling (978) 654-4MRT (4678) or online at www.merrimackrep.org.  Groups of 6 or more can purchase tickets at a discounted rate. 

For show times, tickets, season information, directions, or to request a brochure, please visit us www.merrimackrep.org - or call the box office at (978) 654-4MRT (4678).

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