As Mr. Gurney notes, the play has a "timely message of the need to connect in an increasingly alien and impersonal world. 'There is a need to connect, not only to a dog but to other people through the dog.'"

A street-smart mixture of Lab and poodle, Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of his job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. Sylvia is sure to work her way into your heart.

The cast includes: Joseph Stearman as Greg, Jessica Racaniello as Kate, David Abraham plays 3 different characters, and Cameron Maxwell in the title role of Sylvia.

“Dramatic literature is stuffed with memorable love scenes, but none is as immediately delicious and dizzy as the one that begins the redeeming affair in A.R. Gurney’s new comedy, SYLVIA…” —NY Times

"I can only call it one of the most involving, beautiful, funny, touching, and profound plays I have ever seen…” —NY Daily News.

“Gurney’s mad comedy is the most endearing good time to trot down the pike... Howlingly funny…” —BackStage

Note: This production deals with adult themes, not suitable for children.

For this production, A Classic Theatre is collaborating with SAFE animal rescue to bring attention to rescuing pets and all their efforts to protect animals from being euthanized.