Exit, Pursued by a Bear
Lauren Gunderson
Opening Date:
June 26, 2015
Closing Date:
July 18, 2015
A woman in Georgia turns the tables on her abusive husband in Lauren Gunderson’s outrageous revenge comedy, blending dark humor, friendship, and theatrical retribution.
Cast & Crew
Nan — Mattie Alexander
Kyle — Connor Branson
Sweetheart — Holly McNatt
Simon — Mark Fairchild
CREW
Director — Joe DiBello
Stage Manager — Joan Rushing Dewees
Set Design — Ben Hall
Lighting Design — Jay C. Schardt
Production Notes
Production History
Presented during CST’s 31st season at 800 W. Main, directed by Joe DiBello. Lauren Gunderson’s dark comedy takes its title from the stage direction in Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale.
CST Connections
Joe DiBello previously directed CST’s End Days. Holly McNatt’s earlier CST roles include Nell Gwynn in Compleat Female Stage Beauty.
Content Advisory
Rated PG-13 for strong language. The story includes domestic abuse and a violent revenge scheme.
Press Coverage
“‘Exit, Pursued by a Bear’ at Carpenter Square” — The Oklahoman, July 15, 2015
Production feature — The Oklahoman, July 10, 2015
Cast Sponsors
Mel and Cindy Ables.
Season Sponsors
Steve and Maggie Dixon; Crown Heights Florists.
Institutional Support
Oklahoma Arts Council; National Endowment for the Arts; Allied Arts.
Licensing
Currently licensed through Concord Theatricals. Previously published by Playscripts.