The Lifespan of a Fact
by Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell, and Gordon Farrell
book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal
“Designed for laughs, but the play has a provocative undercurrent regarding issues that make it a compelling piece of theatre.”
—Cincinnati CityBeat
The Lifespan of a Fact is a critically acclaimed Broadway play that delves into the contentious realm where truth and storytelling intersect. The narrative centers on Emily Penrose, the exacting editor-in-chief of a prestigious magazine, who assigns Jim Fingal, an ambitious young fact-checker, to verify a groundbreaking essay by renowned author John D’Agata. As Jim meticulously scrutinizes the piece, he discovers numerous embellishments, igniting a fierce debate over the boundaries of factual accuracy versus creative license. This fast-paced, blistering comedy offers a timely exploration of the high-stakes world of publishing, where the quest for truth becomes a battleground of wit, ethics, and editorial judgment.
The play has been lauded for its sharp dialogue and thought-provoking themes, prompting audiences to question: In storytelling, how far can one go before the facts become fiction?
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| Thursdays: | $33.00 |
| Friday & Saturday Evening: | Adult $39.95 Senior $36.95 Under 18 $26.95 |
| Saturday & Sunday Matinee: | Adult $47.95 Senior $44.95 |
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Run time: 85 mins, no intermission.
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