Ana just graduated from high school. She dreams of going to college and becoming a writer, but for now she works in her sister’s garment factory in East L.A. The hours are long and the pay is low. Still, Ana grows to appreciate the strength, passion, and dedication of the women she works beside. While these women struggle issues from body image to deportation, they still find joy, humor, and beauty.
Ana just graduated from high school. She dreams of going to college and becoming a writer, but for now she works in her sister’s garment factory in East L.A. The hours are long and the pay is low. Still, Ana grows to appreciate the strength, passion, and dedication of the women she works beside. While these women struggle issues from body image to deportation, they still find joy, humor, and beauty.
Sharon, in her mid-fifties, is recently divorced and needs a roommate to share her Iowa home. Robyn, also in her mid-fifties, needs a place to hide and a chance to start over. But as Sharon begins to uncover Robyn’s secrets, they encourage her own deep-seated desire to transform her life completely. A dark comedy about what it takes to re-route your life – and what happens when the wheels come off.

Academy Theatre and Impact Theatre Atlanta present The Roommate by Jen Silverman!
Sharon, in her mid-fifties, divorced recently and needs a roommate to share her Iowa home. Robyn, also in her mid-fifties, needs a place to hide and a chance to start over. But as Sharon begins to uncover Robyn’s secrets, they encourage her own deep-seated desire to transform her life completely. A dark comedy about what it takes to re-route your life – and what happens when the wheels come off.
Starring Rob Jerome as Cab Calloway, this show brings the legendary American jazz singer, dancer, and band leader to life. From his early childhood days singing in a church choir through his legendary time at Harlem's Cotton Club, learn the story of this musical genius.
Story: Larry Parr
Director: Brenda Porter
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Starring Rob Jerome as Cab Calloway, this show brings the legendary American jazz singer, dancer, and band leader to life. From his early childhood days singing in a church choir through his legendary time at Harlem's Cotton Club, learn the story of this musical genius.
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