THE WHITE CHIP
WHO ARE THE PLAYERS?
By Sean Daniels
Directed by Matt Ames
WHAT'S THE DEAL?
“A delicate equilibrium between laugh-out-loud comedy and gasp-inducing tragedy…Plays save lives in all kinds of ways. I would bet that The White Chip has, and will.” —The New York Times
“A one-act about recovery with wit and charm.” — New York Magazine
WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?
Despite spending more time drunk than sober, Steven McAlister has managed to graduate from college, create an extremely successful theater group, get married, and thrive in a dream job at one of the most prestigious regional theaters in the United States. Sure, it’s gratifying to go to an AA meeting where they reward you with a white chip just for showing up, but does he really have a problem? Even with an ailing father, a marriage on the rocks, and his professional life careening out of control, Steven has a carefully constructed balancing act that keeps it all together—until it all falls apart. Told with humor, honesty, and compassion, The White Chip is about living with addiction and coming alive through recovery.
***CONTENT WARNING: This show contains adult language, themes pertaining to substance abuse, unhealthy relationships, and suicidal ideation. Suitable for 14+.
JUST ADDED! We’ve added a designated alcohol-free performance at 2pm on Saturday, March 28th. Please note that no alcohol options will be available for purchase at the concessions stand at this performance.
TICKET PRICES:
REGULAR: $39.50
SENIOR (60+): $36.50
Student w/Valid ID: $20
Group Discount: 15%
(10 or more)
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SUPPORT RECOVERY THROUGH THE ARTS!
During the run of The White Chip, Blackfriars Theatre is raising funds for The Recovery Arts Project, a national initiative using theatre to transform how we talk about addiction and recovery. Now through March 29th, every gift given to The Recovery Arts Project Matching Fund at Blackfriars will be matched dollar-for-dollar (up to $10,000) thanks to 7Crest Financial Partners and Charles & Margaret Symington! Together, we can make a difference!
Donations are made to Blackfriars Theatre and will be granted to The Recovery Arts Project at the end of the run of The White Chip.
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