Exit Stage Left

Parallel Exit

Brooklyn, New York

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Photo credit: Peter Dressel

Parallel Exit Physical Comedy Theatre has made an international name for itself while bringing its unique brand of physical comedy to festivals around the world. Following in the footsteps of Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin, Parallel Exit has created a vaudevillian revue featuring rubber chickens, balancing ladders, clowning, and, oh yes; a balloon-o-phone. There’s even a bit of tap dancing thrown in for good measure. This ensemble brings together multitalented performers, each of whom is a master of the art of making the incredibly difficult look ridiculously easy.

Reminds us that physical comedy can actually be, well, comic. – The Village Voice

Parallel Exit’s kinetic style says so much
without uttering a single syllable. – Time Out New York

Everyone goes home a winner. – The New York Times

Reminds us that physical comedy can actually be, well, comic. – The New York Times

Parallel Exit presents
EXIT STAGE LEFT
Written by Joel Jeske
Directed by Mark Lonergan
Choreographed by Danny Gardner, Brent McBeth, Ryan Kasprzak, and Derek Roland
Stage Management by Olivia O’Brien

Mike Lonergan, director
Olivia O’Brien, stage director
Mike Dobson, performer
Danny Gardner, performer and choreographer
Joel Jeske, playwright and performer
Brent McBeth, performer and choreographer
Derek Roland, performer and choreographer
Ryan Kasprzak, choreographer

Parallel Exit creates physical theatre inspired by the films of Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin. Our goal is to create moments of simple magic for audiences of all ages. Our work has been presented in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, to great critical acclaim. The company is a two-time Drama Desk nominee for Unique Theatrical Experience and received a “Spirit of the Fringe” award from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. In New York City, Parallel Exit’s work has appeared at The New Victory Theater, The Lincoln Center Institute, The Guggenheim Museum, 59E59 Theaters, Symphony Space, and PS 122. Our programs are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.

To find out more about Parallel Exit’s upcoming productions, classes, and educational programs, please visit www.parallelexit.net