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A dramedy exploring the ways a diverse group of people who love each other navigate family dynamics and gender identity.

The Great Reveal

By David Valdes
Directed by Bridget Kathleen O'Leary and Charlotte Snow
This commission was made possible through the generosity of G. Lee and Diana Humphrey.
Running Time: Approximately 100 minutes with no intermission.
2024/25 Season Sponsors:
Paul Kastner
G. Lee & Diana Humphrey
Production Sponsors: Joseph Richard & René Morrissette
Summary

Newly married and seven months pregnant, Lexi has planned the perfect backyard gender-reveal party with every detail immaculately in place. But not everyone is as enthusiastic about the celebration. Her immature husband, Christopher, is rattled by what the future holds for him as a father. Her brother Linus, a trans man, is caught between his sister and his partner Dosia, who is tasked with making the cake for an event that goes against everything they stand for. When emotions escalate and revelations are shared, a family and the importance of being true to oneself is tested as they all grapple to find ways to keep on loving each other.

Content Warning: Adult Language.

* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States

** Represented by United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829 of the IATSE

° Stage Directors and Choreographers Society

† Member of AFM Local 9-535 

"In the play by Valdes,  political leanings, alliances and identity collide in this well-written, thoughtful narrative."-Jacquinn Sinclair, WBUR
"The word “Reveal” in the title of Valdes’s play is meant to, and does, resonate on more than one level. The play could scarcely be more timely."-Don Aucoin, The Boston Globe
"This family comes together out of love for one another and that translates well on stage thanks to the collective performances by the quartet of actors."-Kevin T. Baldwin, METRGMag.com
"The life-sized working set, thoughtfully designed for the Lyric’s ¾ thrust stage by Scenic Designer Baron E. Pugh, contributed to this world premiere production’s artistic excellence."-Linda Chin, Theater Mirror