Silver Line Theatre Exchange
211 N Lewis St
THE STORY: Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg’s career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate’s career, as a public-school English teacher, is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park or that has found him – a pup bearing the name “Sylvia” on her name tag. A street-smart mixture of Lab and poodle, Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of his job and the unknowns of middle age, but to Kate, Sylvia is a rival for affection. The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of hilarious and touching complications, Greg and Kate learn to compromise, and Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives.
The twist in this crowd-pleasing comedy is that Sylvia is played by a woman, making her rivalry with Kate for Greg’s affection feel all too human.
“One of the most involving, beautiful, funny, touching and profound plays I have ever seen.” – New York Daily News
Our Professional Performance Series connects working artists with production opportunities and introduces our local community to incredible professional talent available in regional theatre. You don't have to go to New York City to work in or enjoy professional theatre!
Jul 9 - 25, 2026
Silver Line Theatre Exchange
211 N Lewis St
Silver Line Theatre Exchange is an education-led theatre company offering classes and performance opportunities for students in grades PK-12, and a professional producing body that connects regional professional actors and aspiring artists to performance and teaching work.
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