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The Underpants is the stage name for Steve Martin's witty adaptation of Carl Sternheim's 1910 farce Die Hose. Premiering Off-Broadway in New York in 2002 at the Classic Stage Company, this English-language production is celebrated for its brisk, farcical pacing and sharp comedy. Over the years, notable productions have brought the show to audiences across the United States, including a 2004 stint at Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles and a 2004 engagement at Arden Theatre in Philadelphia. The work sits squarely in the tradition of theatrical comedy, not a musical, with Martin’s crisp dialogue and precise timing driving the humor. For fans and newcomers alike, The Underpants offers accessible, clever entertainment that showcases masterful comedic writing and dynamic performance.