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Fake It Until You Make It

January 29 – March 9, 2025

Fake It Until You Make It

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Runtime

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On sale: October 30, 2024

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A door-slamming, mistaken identity satirical farce.

A bold world premiere comedy from Los Angeles-based playwright, Larissa FastHorse, about being whoever you want to be, even when it’s not who you are. In her uproarious new comedy, a collision of friends and foes within the non-profit sector sets the stage for a whirlwind of competition, chaos, and comedic revelation.

Meet Wynona, the Native American proprietor of N.O.B.U.S.H., and River, her white counterpart at Indigenous Nations Soaring. Their escalating rivalry ensnares colleagues and bystanders, leading to the unraveling of secrets that highlight the absurdities of ambition and authenticity. Amidst the laughter, genuine connections form, emphasizing the value of unexpected paths to success. Fake It Until You Make It takes an absurd look at what defines who we are, and the lengths some people will go through to change it.

A member of the Sicangu Lakota Nation, and author of the Broadway comedy, The Thanksgiving Play, FastHorse’s new work shines a hilarious light on ‘shifters’ who exist in a world of self-determined identity.

Larissa FastHorse, Playwright

"I am thrilled to be part of Snehal's first season of the Mark Taper Forum. This is my hometown theatre. Getting to bring this play to life where it started means so much to me. I can't wait to fill this space with laughter."

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Show Details

Fake It Until You Make It
By Larissa FastHorse
Directed by Michael John Garcés
World Premiere
Produced in association with Arena Stage

Fake It Until You Make It is an Edgerton Foundation Commission that was awarded to Center Theatre Group

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Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 8pm

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KCRW members are invited to join us on select evenings for KCRW Member Nights—a series of performances with pre-show receptions exclusively for KCRW members. Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and beverages (including wine!) before select performances at Vespaio. Just use promo code KCRW during checkout to access your KCRW Member discount and automatically RSVP to the reception.

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 8pm

Reception begins at 6:45pm and performances begin at 8pm.

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Stage Talks

Stage Talks offer an opportunity for theatregoers to come together after select performances for engaging conversations with cast members and/or the creative team. 

Tuesday, February 18 at 8pm
Tuesday, February 25 at 8pm
Sunday, March 2 at 1pm

 

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By

Larissa FastHorse

Directed By

Michael John Garcés

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