Zeus 4
Staged reading of a new play
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 • 7:30 PM
by Lauren Holmes
directed by Kip Fagan
We are no longer accepting reservations for this reading. While all seats are currently reserved, we expect some seats to become available at the door for this free event on a first-come-first-served basis.
NPAC Members can still secure a reservation by emailing Executive Director Drew Kowalkowski - drew@nantucketperformingarts.org
Join us for a free staged reading of a new play performed on the NPAC stage by a cast of professional actors including Judith Ivey, Jeremy Shamos, Nina Hellman, Mark Shanahan, Mehr Dudeja, Lucas Papaelias, Brian D. Coats, and Jo Mei.
In a park in Boston, dog owners gather regularly to let their dogs run around off leash — against park rules. Rose, esteemed elder and pit bull advocate, has just adopted a behemoth twice her size. Kostas, an out-of-work construction worker, obsesses over his geriatric pug’s safety. Phil, a happy-go-lucky contractor with a goldendoodle, coaches retirees Ken and Joan on training their demonic pandemic puppy. Loretta, a recent empty-nester, fixates on teaching her German Shepherd new tricks. And then there’s Jaya, a shy nurse who’s just moved to the city, and her Great Pyrenees mutt: they’re newcomers to the pack, and must learn its customs and behaviors. As the seasons pass, they all must overcome constant threats to their dog park society — from other park goers, from park rangers, and from each other.
Running time: approximately 90 minutes, no intermission