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In the Next Room (or the Vibrator Play) is a provocative, lyrical work by American playwright Sarah Ruhl that dives into sexuality, gender, and marriage with wit and intimacy. This page provides a focused profile of the performer, highlighting biography, discography highlights (where applicable), and upcoming tour information. We’ve got you covered for a clear, no-fuss path to experiencing this boundary-pushing drama live.

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People behind the production

For fans and newcomers alike, the performer page offers context on the play’s origins, its run from Berkeley Repertory Theatre to Broadway, and recent and upcoming productions around the world. Secure your seats with confidence through Gold Coast Tickets, your reliable connection for live theatre and performing arts in the the city area and beyond.

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Quick Facts About In the Next Room (or the Vibrator Play)

  • Playwright: Sarah Ruhl, an American writer known for lyrical, often magical-realist drama; MacArthur Fellow (2006) and Pulitzer Prize finalist multiple times.
  • Premiere and Broadway: Premiered at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in February 2009; Broadway production opened October 22, 2009 (previews) and ran through January 10, 2010 at the Lyceum Theatre, totaling 60 performances.
  • Awards: Nominated for three Tony Awards in 2010 (Best Play, Best Featured Actress in a Play, Best Costume Design); Pulitzer Prize finalist for Drama (2010).
  • Themes and style: A humor-infused examination of sexuality, marriage, and gender in the 1880s, exploring the social mores around female desire and medical ‘hysteria’ with lyrical, intimate storytelling.
  • 2025 tour/venue: Sydney production April 22–May 17, 2025 at New Theatre (Sydney), produced by Griffin Theatre Company.
  • 2026 tour/venue: Fort Wayne, Indiana engagement March 13–28, 2026 at Arena Dinner Theatre.

For fans and newcomers alike, the performer page offers context on the play’s origins, its run from Berkeley Repertory Theatre to Broadway, and recent and upcoming productions around the world. Secure your seats with confidence through Gold Coast Tickets, your reliable connection for live theatre and performing arts in the the city area and beyond.

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