Close Ties
Written by Elizabeth Diggs*

Directed by Pamela Berlin*

September 17-October 12, 2008

The Frye family gathers at their vacation home in the Berkshires,  ruled for three generations by Josephine, their willful matriarch and center of the family. But what happens as the younger Fryes discover their center cannot hold? Close Ties celebrates the humor, the truth, and the mystery of family.

Cast & Creative

Featuring: Jack Davidson*, Julie Fitzpatrick*, Fiona Gallagher*, David Gelles-Hurwitz*, Polly Lee*, Corle Monferdini, Judith Roberts*, Tommy Schrider

Set Design: Michael Schweikardt
Costume Design: Suzanne Chesney
Lighting Design: Chris Dallos
Sound Design: David Lawson
Casting: Janet Foster, C.S.A.
Production Stage Manager: Mary Leach
Assistant Stage Manager: Christine Fisichella
Producer: James Carter
Associate Producer: Annie Trizna
Press Representative: David Gersten and Associates

*Denotes a member of EST

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