After the Saturday afternoon reading of 7 Sins in 60 Minutes, we held a 25-minute talkback with director Melanie Sutherland and four of the writers — Olga de la Fuente (gluttony), Anne Phelan (wrath), Cheryl L. Davis (pride) and Paula Cizmar (greed).  The audiences asked questions, including, “Will you come back next year?”  The playwrights spoke about the creative process, working collaboratively and the relevance of the 7 sins in the modern world.

The audience members raved about our New York-based talented actors — Judith Hawking, Jason Howard, Gabriel Sloyer and Karen Sours — as well as the script.

A big thank you also to Philadelphia-based actors Marla Burkholder, David Millstone, Christie Parker and Eric Rolland for reading the play on Thursday night, September 9th.  They did a fabulous job.

We’ve thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Philadelphia and hope to return.

Let’s say it again.  We heart Philly.  7 Sins in 60 Minutes is up and on its feet. A big heartfelt thank you to actors Annette Kafplafka, Eric Rolland, Peter Zielinski and Julianna Zinkel for being a part of our journey tonight.  And director Melanie Sutherland rocked it as well.

We’re thrilled that Philly is such a sinful city. Tonight’s performance was a standing room only affair!  We could not have asked for a better audience for the new version of our hot play.  We expect that tomorrow night’s performance is equally sizzling.

Just a reminder, there are only four more chances to see 7 Sins in 60 Minutes in Philadelphia.  We perform through September 12th: Thursday at 8:30 pm, Friday at 8:30 pm, Saturday at 2:30 pm and Sunday at 5:30 pm at the Playground at the Adrienne Theater (2030 Sansom Street, just off Rittenhouse Square).

We’ve got a whole new rockin’ journey for Amadea, Dante, Mike and Willow.  Our fabulous 7 writers — Anne, Cheryl, Chisa, Melisa, Olga, Natalia, and Paula — have reimagined the seven sins, and created a dynamic new piece.  The rollercoaster from sloth to pride is barreling forward at full steam, sexier and funnier than ever.

Join us for readings of the play at the Philly Fringe September 8 – 12, Wednesday through Friday at 8:30 pm, Saturday at 2:30 pm and Sunday at 5:30 pm at the Playground at the Adrienne (2030 Sansom Street, near Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia).

We’ve got fab Philadelphia-based casts lined up for Wednesday night — Annette Kaplafka, Eric Rolland, Peter Zielinski & Julianna Zinkel — and Thursday night — Marla Burkholder, David Millstone, Christie Parker & Eric Rolland.  New York-based actors Judith Hawking, Jason Howard, Gabriel Sloyer & Karen Sours will showcase their talents at the Friday through Sunday readings.

Join us.  Tickets are no charge.  Donations are graciously accepted at the door.

See you soon!

As we gear up for Round 2 of 7 Sins in 60 Minutes, we look back at a few photos from our July premiere production at HERE in New York City.  Get ready Philadelphia.  Buy your tickets now here for our five performances in the Philly Fringe — September 8 through 12, 2010.

Karen Sours & Duane Cooper

Michael Rosete & Cortnie Loren Miller

Michael Rosete, Karen Sours, Duane Cooper & Cortnie Loren Miller

All photos by Joyce Liao.

That’s right. The next stop on the 7 Sins in 60 Minutes world tour is the Philly Fringe.  We will be at the Playground Theatre (2030 Sansom St.) September 8 – 12, 2010.  Performances are Wednesday through Friday at 8:30 pm, Saturday at 2:30 pm and Sunday at 5:30 pm.

Tickets are only $7 (that’s $1 per sin!) and may be purchased in advance here.