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Zoneboy · 03-11-2009, 11:07 PM

Relationships at heart of classic 'Odd Couple'

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FREEHOLD — The constantly beguiling laws of attraction take center stage during the ingenious and entertaining twist on the venerable "Odd Couple."

"The Odd Couple: Female Version" by Neil Simon and directed by Ricky Selterman is the latest play to be presented at Center Playhouse, 35 South St., Freehold, opened March 6, and will run for five consecutive weekends through April 5.

Center Players, Freehold's resident theater company, has chosen Neil Simon's ageless and witty commentary about the wonderment of opposite personalities not only for pure enjoyment, but for inspiration to appreciate one's own relationships and friendships throughout life.

"The Odd Couple: Female Version" is Simon's own recrafting of his play made household-name famous with the hit television series starring Jack Klugman and Tony Randall.

Through the energy of the talented cast and Selterman, the opening scene grabs immediately. A group of women are gathered at the apartment of divorcee and self-proclaimed "slob" Olive Madison, where they are playing a spirited game of Trivial Pursuit when in walks obsessive neatnik Florence Unger, freshly separated from her husband.

Olive and Florence, two polar opposites, soon find themselves as roomies, and discover through a hilarious set of ups and downs that even the best of friends sometimes make the worst of roommates.

" 'The Odd Couple: Female Version' " explores these relationship themes with humor and compassion," said Bob Szita, Center Players' trustee and producer of the show. "The idea to present 'The Odd Couple: Female Version' was to combine the element of fun with a thought-provoking theme and refreshing human-interest perspective that the audience can take with them and potentially incorporate into their own lives. Throughout the history of Center Players, our goal has always been to give something more than entertainment; we strive to give the added, priceless value of inspiration, enlightenment, new perspectives, and motivation with each and every production."

"The Odd Couple: Female Version" will be performed on Friday at 8 p.m. on March 13, 20, 27 and April 3; Saturday at 8 p.m. on March 14, 21, 28 and April 4; and Sunday at 2 p.m. on March 15, 22, 29 and April 5. The price for each performance is $24 per ticket; $22 for seniors (60 and older), students, and groups of 10 or more; includes complimentary beverage and desserts during intermission of each performance. In addition, dinner packages are available for $30 more per ticket at Metropolitan Café, 8 E. Main St., or Solo Trattoria, 7 South St. Tickets can be purchased by calling 732-462-9093, option 1, or by visiting www.centerplayers.org.

treky · 03-14-2009, 09:48 PM

the female version of the play's still around, huh? I wonder if they'll make a movie of it someday.

HuntingtonM15 · 03-14-2009, 09:54 PM

I saw the female version several years ago with Barbara Eden and Rita McKenzie in the lead roles. I loved it, it was such a riot. Georgia Engel, Mary Pat Gleason and Larry Thomas were also in the cast.

Zoneboy · 03-14-2009, 10:32 PM

I hate articles like this, No where did it mention that this has already been done before and I wouldn't have bothered starting the topic if I'd known. I'd greatly appreciate it if someone could send it to the graveyard.

catlover79 · 03-14-2009, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Zoneboy

I hate articles like this, No where did it mention that this has already been done before and I wouldn't have bothered starting the topic if I'd known. I'd greatly appreciate it if someone could send it to the graveyard.

Don't worry, Charles - the article WAS pretty vague.

Sammy Reed · 09-30-2010, 07:01 PM

I read that the Pigeon Sisters were replaced with hispanic brothers in this version!

03-11-2009, 11:07 PM	#1
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,512	"The Odd Couple: Female Version" Relationships at heart of classic 'Odd Couple' Link FREEHOLD — The constantly beguiling laws of attraction take center stage during the ingenious and entertaining twist on the venerable "Odd Couple." "The Odd Couple: Female Version" by Neil Simon and directed by Ricky Selterman is the latest play to be presented at Center Playhouse, 35 South St., Freehold, opened March 6, and will run for five consecutive weekends through April 5. Center Players, Freehold's resident theater company, has chosen Neil Simon's ageless and witty commentary about the wonderment of opposite personalities not only for pure enjoyment, but for inspiration to appreciate one's own relationships and friendships throughout life. "The Odd Couple: Female Version" is Simon's own recrafting of his play made household-name famous with the hit television series starring Jack Klugman and Tony Randall. Through the energy of the talented cast and Selterman, the opening scene grabs immediately. A group of women are gathered at the apartment of divorcee and self-proclaimed "slob" Olive Madison, where they are playing a spirited game of Trivial Pursuit when in walks obsessive neatnik Florence Unger, freshly separated from her husband. Olive and Florence, two polar opposites, soon find themselves as roomies, and discover through a hilarious set of ups and downs that even the best of friends sometimes make the worst of roommates. " 'The Odd Couple: Female Version' " explores these relationship themes with humor and compassion," said Bob Szita, Center Players' trustee and producer of the show. "The idea to present 'The Odd Couple: Female Version' was to combine the element of fun with a thought-provoking theme and refreshing human-interest perspective that the audience can take with them and potentially incorporate into their own lives. Throughout the history of Center Players, our goal has always been to give something more than entertainment; we strive to give the added, priceless value of inspiration, enlightenment, new perspectives, and motivation with each and every production." "The Odd Couple: Female Version" will be performed on Friday at 8 p.m. on March 13, 20, 27 and April 3; Saturday at 8 p.m. on March 14, 21, 28 and April 4; and Sunday at 2 p.m. on March 15, 22, 29 and April 5. The price for each performance is $24 per ticket; $22 for seniors (60 and older), students, and groups of 10 or more; includes complimentary beverage and desserts during intermission of each performance. In addition, dinner packages are available for $30 more per ticket at Metropolitan Café, 8 E. Main St., or Solo Trattoria, 7 South St. Tickets can be purchased by calling 732-462-9093, option 1, or by visiting www.centerplayers.org.

03-14-2009, 09:48 PM	#2
treky star trek fan Eternal Member Forum Star Join Date: Feb 25, 2002 Location: Conshohocken, pennsylvania Posts: 14,490	the female version of the play's still around, huh? I wonder if they'll make a movie of it someday.
	__________________ the Clampetts are in a fancy Beverly Hills jewelry store. Granny points to a tray of rubies. Granny: "How much fer one o' them red diamonds?" clerk: "Madam, those are rubies." Granny: "OK ask her kin we buy one offa her." clerk: " The ruby I am talking about is not a lady." Granny: "Lissen, how she got them diamonds is her business. I'm just sayin' ask her kin we buy one from her."

03-14-2009, 09:54 PM	#3
HuntingtonM15 That Bothers Me Moderator Forum Star Join Date: Jun 20, 2003 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 11,061	I saw the female version several years ago with Barbara Eden and Rita McKenzie in the lead roles. I loved it, it was such a riot. Georgia Engel, Mary Pat Gleason and Larry Thomas were also in the cast.

03-14-2009, 10:32 PM	#4
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,512	I hate articles like this, No where did it mention that this has already been done before and I wouldn't have bothered starting the topic if I'd known. I'd greatly appreciate it if someone could send it to the graveyard.

09-30-2010, 07:01 PM	#6
Sammy Reed Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Apr 19, 2003 Posts: 403	I read that the Pigeon Sisters were replaced with hispanic brothers in this version!