"The tragicomic look at two lives on hold struck a chord; its depiction of a family bickering and bantering, and of the risks of intimacy, felt specific and true."
"One of the most terrifying nights of my life was my parents coming to see the play, as I hadn't shown anyone in my family the script."
Clare Barron's play 'You Got Older' was inspired by her father's Stage IV cancer diagnosis in 2013 and her personal struggles. The protagonist, Mae, embodies Barron's experiences during this tumultuous time. The play premiered at HERE Arts Center and is now running at Cherry Lane Theatre, directed by Anne Kauffman. Kauffman connected with the play's themes of family dynamics and intimacy, resonating with her own life challenges. Barron's father was declared cancer-free during rehearsals, adding emotional weight to the production.
Read at The New Yorker
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