The Book Club Play


By Karen Zacarías
1/28 - 2/6, 2022

For Ana, everything is going according to plan: good friends, a great job, and a loving husband. When a famous filmmaker selects her Book Club as the subject of his next documentary, what could possibly go wrong?  All they have to do is show up, and a state-of-the-art automatic camera will take care of the rest. No crew, no director, just five friends being their “authentic selves.” But when things get a little too authentic, there’s no way to turn off the camera—and no one to hear them if they yell “cut.” A few unexpected book choices and a provocative new club member could be all it takes for Ana’s plans—and everyone else’s—to spin out of control.

Directed by YTU Artistic Director Penelope Caywood, THE BOOK CLUB PLAY takes an affectionate look at the people who love books; the books they love; and the heartfelt, hilarious consequences of judging something (or someone) by their cover.

 

IN-PERSON TICKETS

In-person tickets are currently on sale! To purchase in-person tickets, visit https://artstickets.utah.edu/events/the-book-club-play/ or click the "Get Tickets" button above.

For the safety of our community, we ask that our patrons follow recent CDC guidance, which calls for everyone to wear face masks indoors. We also ask patrons not to attend if they have been exposed to COVID-19 or are feeling unwell. We will provide face masks for anyone who wants one, and we have reduced our seating capacity in an effort to provide a more comfortable experience for our patrons and our company.

The University of Utah continues to monitor the current public health situation and may adapt these policies at any time.

 

STREAMING TICKETS

Streaming tickets now available for the following showtimes:

Thursday, Feb 3 @ 7:30pm
Friday, Feb 4 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Feb 5 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Feb 6 @ 2:00pm

 

For streaming tickets, click below:

The  Book  Club  Play  Streaming

 

 

Contact Info

  • Credits:

    By Karen Zacarías

  • Director: Penelope Caywood
  • Performance Times:

    Jan 28 @ 7:30 pm
    Jan 29 @ 7:30 pm
    Jan 30 @ 2:00 pm
    Feb 3 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 4 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 5 @ 2:00 pm
    Feb 5 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 6 @ 2:00 pm

    There will be a talkback immediately following the production on Friday, Feb 4

  • ASL Interpreter: Feb 5 @ 7:30pm
  • Venue:

    Babcock Theatre

    300 South University Street

    Located on the lower level of Pioneer Memorial Theatre

    Free parking available at Rice Eccles Stadium

  • Production Notes:

    COVID POLICY: For the safety of our community, we ask that our patrons follow recent CDC guidance, which calls for everyone to wear face masks indoors. We also ask patrons not to attend if they have been exposed to COVID-19 or are feeling unwell. We will provide face masks for anyone who wants one, and we have reduced our seating capacity in an effort to provide a more comfortable experience for our patrons and our company.

    The University of Utah continues to monitor the current public health situation and may adapt these policies at any time.

    LATE SEATING POLICY: The Department of Theatre is committed to providing a safe, enjoyable experience for our patrons as well as our theatre artists. As such, late seating will not be permitted at this production. If a performance is delayed for any reason, late patrons may be seated before the performance begins at the discretion of the House Manager. If we are unable to seat you, you may contact the box office for a refund or exchange, depending on availability. If you have additional questions about our late seating policy, please email us at