Rick Heintz and Michael Hampton Lead MAN BOOBS at Mary's Attic

Rick Heintz and Michael Hampton star in the Chicago premiere of J. Julian Christopher's insightful new work Man Boobs, a dark comedy about love, body image, and acceptance which opens Pride Film and Plays' energetic 2012 season, February 18 - March 10 at Mary's Attic, 5446 N. Clark Street.

Heintz is Spence, a library archivist, and Hampton is Marty, a long distance trucker. The encounter between two ordinary men who desire so much is funny, touching, and thought-provoking.

David Zak directs Man Boobs, PFP's Second Staged production, as part of PFP's exploration of "what's new and who's next" in LGBT theater and film. Zak, PFP's Executive Director, predicts, "As we celebrate and nurture new voices in American theater, Mr. Christopher's fresh and provocative work will be resonating for many years to come."

Man Boobs was developed at New York's Public Theater, workshopped at East L.A. Rep, and then ran in New York City at The Fresh Fruit Festival in 2010. Man Boobs premiered in Montréal at The Rialto Theatre in 2011 and was presented by Village Scene Productions. It is currently part of Australia's Midsumma Festival, presented by Jack Chapman and The VicBears.

Man Boobs opens Saturday, February 18 at 7:30 pm at Mary's Attic, 5446 N. Clark Street, Chicago. There are two preview performances, Thursday, February 16 and Friday, February 17, also at 7:30 pm. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 through Saturday, March 10. There is one additional performance on Thursday, March 8 at 7:30. All tickets are $15 and can be reserved through BrownPapertickets.com or by calling 1 800 838 3006.

Man Boobs is presented by arrangement with Adam Weinstock and Creative Concept Productions.