“The Garbologists,” Lindsey Joelle’s comedy, premieres at Hartford’s TheaterWorks, Feb. 1-25, directed by Rob Ruggiero. Danny’s white and blue collar. Marlowe’s a Black Ivy League grad, and they’re sharing the route with a huge trash truck. Will they find common ground in their workplace? Jeff Brooks and Bebe Nicole Simpson co-star. TheaterWorks is known for finding unique voices in the theater, and this play comes to Hartford with great advance word. It’s funny. For details: www.twhartford.org.
“Torch Song,” Harvey Fierstein’s autobiographical award-winning play, opens the 2024 season at Easthampton Theater Company, Jan. 26 to Feb. 4, at the Blue Room of the Old Town Hall in Easthampton. “Torch Song” follows the journey of Arnold Beckoff, a New York City drag queen, as he navigates the challenges of love and self-discovery. All he wants is a husband, a child, and a pair of bunny slippers, but a visit from his overbearing mother reminds him that he needs one thing more: respect. Jason Rose-Langston directs. Patric Madden plays Arnold, and Rona Leventhal plays his mom. For details: www.easthamptontheater.com.
