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Presenting 'A Weight Loss Horror Comedy'

December 29, 2012 11:00 pm • Last Updated: December 28, 2012 3:32 pm

Long Wharf Theatre presents the world premiere of Laura Jacqmin's new play "January Joiner: A Weight Loss Horror Comedy" from Jan. 9 through Feb. 10 on Stage II.

The production will be directed by Associate Artistic Director Eric Ting. The cast includes Ashlie Atkinson (Terry), Anthony Bowden (Brian), Tonya Glanz (April), Meredith Holzman (Myrtle), Maria-Christina Oliveras (Not-Terry) and Daniel Stewart Sherman (Darnell.)

Eat less. Exercise more. Make healthy choices. Ignore the bloodthirsty vending machine when it speaks to you. The clientele of a high-end weight loss spa in sunny Florida try to live these mantras daily in "January Joiner."

Tickets are $45 to $65. For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.longwharf.org or call (203) 787-4282.

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