WATER BY THE SPOONFUL Coming to the Taper This Winter

"Water by the Spoonful" by Quiara Alegría Hudes, directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz, begins previews January 31 at Center Theatre Group's Mark Taper Forum for a run through March 11, 2018. Opening night is set for February 11.

A janitor, a software mogul, a college grad and an IRS paper-pusher have one thing in common. Although they live thousands of miles apart, these four people share a secret: they're recovering addicts who have found a safe haven in an online chat room. There, with liberal doses of jokes and bullying, they help each other navigate the broken terrain of their lives. But when an Iraq War veteran's tragedy spills over into their cyberhome, everything changes.

In this fearless Pulitzer Prize winning play by Quiara Alegría Hudes ("In the Heights"), worlds virtual and real unfold onstage, challenging our notions of family, forgiveness, community and courage.

Previews (January 31 - February 10): Wednesday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. No Monday performance. Exceptions: Added matinee on Saturday, February 10 at 2:30 p.m. Opens Sunday, February 11 at 7 p.m. Regular Performances (February 13 - March 11): Tuesday through Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2:30 and 8 p.m., Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. No Monday performances.

Ticket prices range from $25-95 and are available online at CenterTheatreGroup.org, by calling Audience Services at (213) 628-2772, or in person at the Center Theatre Group Box Office. Groups: (213) 972-7231. Deaf community: Information and charge, visit CenterTheatreGroup.org/ACCESS. Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum is located at The Music Center, 135 N. Grand Avenue in Downtown L.A. 90012.

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