You Better Sit Down
by Robbie Collier Sublett, Janice Paran, Jennifer R Morris, Caitlin Miller, Matthew Maher, Anne Kauffman, The Civilians

Name: You Better Sit Down
Brand: Robbie Collier Sublett
SKU: 9780822227410
Rating: 2.6 (4 reviews)

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Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

90 minsPresent DayEnsemble CastUnit Set/Multiple SettingsContemporary Costumes/Street ClothesAmerican Comedy

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the overall execution of the play, although some find the beginning a bit challenging to follow. The strong ending line leaves a lasting impression, which surprises many given the lower ratings it has received.

Well-executed productionMemorable last lineHard to follow at times

Synopsis

THE STORY: Crafted from interviews between the cast and their own parents, YOU BETTER SIT DOWN is a heartbreaking and hilarious account of the parents' marriages and their subsequent divorces.

These delicate parent-child conversations have yielded unique

Press Reviews

"In You Better Sit Down the truth about these four defunct marriages is laid bare with simplicity and honesty.” – The New York Times“An uncompromising and funny documentary theater piece.” – Backstage“Wryly entertaining…absorbingly candid.” – Village Voice“Riveting confessional theater."
— Variety