Second Stage presents:
Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End
October 4-8, 2023
Alabama Power Recital Hall at SSCC
by Margaret Engel and Allison Engel
Directed by Tina Turley
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Erma Bombeck captured the frustrations of her generation by asking, “If life is a bowl of cherries, what am I doing in the pits?” Discover the story behind this beloved humorist who championed women’s lives with wit that sprang from the most unexpected place – the truth.
Performances
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Wednesday, October 4 - 7:30 p.m.
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Thursday, October 5 - 7:30 p.m.
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Friday, October 6 - 7:30 p.m.
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Saturday, October 7 - 7:30 p.m.
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Sunday, October 8 - 2:00 p.m.
Cast
Erma – Carol DeVelice*
* Member of the Theatre Tuscaloosa - T. Earle Johnson "All Star Cast"
Production Credits
Playwrights - Margaret Engel and Allison Engel
Director -Tina Turley
Stage Manager - Ebony Wesley
Scenic Design
Costume Design - Jeanette Waterman
Lighting Design -
Sound Design - Charles Prosser
Social Media Graphic Design - Katy Williams
Hair & Makeup Design - Ava Buchanon
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the running time of the production?
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TBD (estimate - about an hour)
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Will there be an intermission?
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No
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Should I bring the kids?
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This show is appropriate for ages 13 and older.
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What themes are explored in the play?
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Motherhood, pride, identity, feminism, and societal roles are all explored in Erma Bombeck: At Wits End.
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Does the play’s text contain offensive language?
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No.
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Does the play contain violence?
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No.
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Does the play contain the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs?
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No.
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Does the play contain nudity or other adult situations?
No.