Anthony Martinez-Briggs, Sarah Gliko, Justin Jain, and Taysha Marie Canales in KISS. Photo by Johanna Austin.
Running Time
Approximately 95 minutes with no intermission.

Know Before You Go

Contains adult language, references to physical and sexual violence, and images of war. Contains atmospheric haze and the sounds of gunshots.

Kiss

BY GUILLERMO CALDERÓN
DIRECTED BY FADI SKEIKER

January 31 – February 19, 2023

STREAM KISS ON DEMAND FROM FEB. 20-MARCH 5

A group of American actors performing a Syrian soap opera are shocked to realize the limits of their own cultural understanding.

REVIEWS AND ARTICLES

“EXCITING … SHOCKING … I would recommend this hilarious, gut-wrenching, and provocative production of ‘Kiss’ to everyone.” -Broad Street Review

“Will make you laugh heartily, think deeply, and reconsider how we connect to art and each other … AN EXTRAORDINARY PRODUCTION” -Talkin’ Broadway

“A MUST-SEE” -Philadelphia RowHome Magazine

“IN KISS, ACTORS TRY A SYRIAN SOAP OPERA WITH CRINGEY RESULTS  — AND THAT’S THE POINT” -Philadelphia Inquirer

Barrymore Recommended

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Two couples are planning a night in to watch TV. But an unexpected marriage proposal is just the beginning of the surprisesKiss starts as a funny, melodramatic soap opera. It ultimately poses big questions about politics, translation, and cross-cultural understanding.

This exciting new play is directed by Syrian-born University of the Arts Professor Fadi Skeiker, making his Wilma debut, and features members of the Wilma HotHouse Company.

“The play asks: What does it mean when someone else is representing you?” Skeiker said.

The play was a hit when it had its American Premiere in DC. The Washington Post called it “urgent and gripping.”

I laughed uproariously, and I was moved to tears. …. This is art that has an impact. … Do not, I repeat do not, miss this show.DCTheatreArts

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SAFETY PLAN

Masks are currently required to attend our performances, and must be continually worn inside the theatre. Vaccination is highly recommended but not required. Masking helps protect our audience and performers, and avoid performance cancellations. LEARN MORE

OPEN CAPTIONED AND AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE

Open Captioning and an Audio Describer will be available on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. Please contact the Box Office if you plan to use these services and/or need special accommodations.

 

Kiss is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

Supporters

This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.