The Optimist at the Abingdon's June Havoc Theatre

Ground UP Productions presents The Optimist, a comic-drama by Jason Chimonides, opening at the Abingdon's June Havoc Theatre on 26 Mar 2008, following previews from 20 Mar and running through to 12 Apr 2008.

The Optimist: Three well-bred, intelligent 20-somethings -- fraternal twin brothers Noel and Declan and Noel's ex-girlfriend Nicole -- encamp at a cheap motel in Tallahassee, Florida on the eve of a friend's funeral, and the marriage of the young men's father to the woman with whom he had a longstanding affair while their mother was still alive.

Sex, mortality and unrequited love lurk throughout the play as the trio anticipates the funeral of their young friend, and the wedding of the father who the young men believe was responsible for their beloved mother's death.

Directed by Jace Alexander, The Optimist features Matt Burns, Caitlin FitzGerald and Chris Thorn.

The creative team comprises Travis McHale (sets and lighting) and Elisa Richards (costumes).