My First Time, the play, seeks to bring that interactive virtual world into the theatrical space, without removing the mix of simultaneous voyeurism and anonymity that made the website a hit. The audience is asked to fill out anonymous questionnaires about their first times and responses are tallied and posted on a screen in the background as actors recount a selection of diverse tales pulled from the site in an effort to shed light on the varied universal emotions tied to sexuality.
The Area Stage Company production is the Southeastern premiere of the
successful off-Broadway play by Ken Davenport, who also produced Altar
Boyz and created The Awesome '80s Prom. "I think his choices are
excellent because (the play) really features a beautiful cross-section, a
myriad of experiences. Some very sexy, some silly, some erotic, and
others really profound," says director John Rodaz. "It's really
universal and in this country there's so much attention put on your
first time. What I found is that there is a little bit of me in all of
these stories."
Still not convinced you need to see it? In a dubious website poll, 100%
of responders reported hitting the sheets immediately after seeing the
play. That might make it the most scientifically-proven perfect date
night choice of all time. And it's one of the few life scenarios where
even virgins get lucky. On Saturday there will be a certified hypnotist
on hand to interview those who make the claim to sexual inexperience.
Pass the test and you attend for free.
My First Time runs Fridays and Saturdays from October 1st to November
6th at 8 p.m. at Area Stage Company (1560 South Dixie Hwy., Coral
Gables). Tickets cost $10-$35. Call 305-666-2078 or visit
areastagecompany.com.