The Best Medicine at Odyssey Theatre

Caroline Aaron (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) stars as Rachel in the West Coast premiere of The Best Medicine, a laugh-out-loud, open-hearted comedy about marriage, resilience and unexpected joy. A free spirit who has long prized her independence, Rachel has finally found a relationship worthy of commitment. Then the universe decides to test her. That “in sickness and in health” vow becomes a distant memory when Rachel’s husband is diagnosed with Parkinson’s, thrusting her suddenly into the job she’s least suited for: self-sacrificing caregiver. A stand-up comedy class becomes her salvation and a portal to a transformative truth about life and connection. More than a romantic comedy, The Best Medicine is a hilarious, poignant and unexpected exploration of love, purpose and meaning. Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., West Los Angeles, 90025; (310) 477-2055; OdysseyTheatre.com. Oct. 9-Nov. 15 Fridays at 8 p.m. • Saturdays at 8 p.m. • Sundays at 2 p.m.