Rochester Life

Michigan Premiere of Birthday Club at Meadow Brook Theatre

Comedy runs January 11 through February 5, 2023, on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester.

Throughout the year, five women gather to celebrate their birthdays. They celebrate, commiserate and support each other as they negotiate through marriage, work, divorce, birth and kids, sure that with enough work—and another drink—they can solve any problem that comes their way. One by one they talk about personal, work and family issues. Then one shares a surprising secret and the vodka hits the fan. Will Birthday Club—and their Friendships—survive?

Birthday Club, by Phil Olson runs at Meadow Brook Theatre on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester from January 11 through February 5, 2023.

(l to r) Debbie Williams, Sara Kmiec, Lynnae Lehfeldt, Tamara PiLar, and Dani Cochrane in Birthday Club at MBT

Courtesy Sean Carter Photography

“Birthday Club is a comedy, so there are a lot of laughs” says Travis W. Walter, MBT artistic director. “But there are also emotional moments that I know our audience members will identify with.”

The cast members include MBT favorites Lynnae Lehfeldt (Cheryl), Debbie Williams (Emily), Tamara PiLar (Abbie), Dani Cochrane (Kathy), and Sara Kmiec (Sarah).

(l to r) Sara Kmiec, Dani Cochrane, Lynnae Lehfeldt, Tamara PiLar, and Debbie Williams in Birthday Club at MBT

Courtesy Sean Carter Photography

Birthday Club is directed by Travis W. Walter. Scenic design is by Brian Kessler, costume design by Marley Boone, lighting design by Phillip Hall, and sound design by Mike Duncan. Brittanie Nichole Sicker is the stage manager.

Tickets range from $37 to $46 and are available by calling the Meadow Brook Theatre box office at 248-377-3300 or going online at www.ticketmaster.com. Student discounts are available at the box office. Groups of eight or more should call 248-370-3316 for group pricing.

SPECIAL TICKET DISCOUNT: If your birthday falls between January 11th and February 5th, enjoy 1 free ticket to Birthday Club with valid proof of Birthday. All other members of your party are eligible for 20% off tickets. Call the box office at 248-377-3300 to redeem this special birthday discount. If you are a member of a birthday club, please call groups sales at 248-370-3316 for a special group discount. *Offer Not Valid on Previously Purchased Tickets*

Birthday Club is made possible through the generous support of The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, The National Endowment for the Arts, The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation, The Shubert Foundation, and the Meadow Brook Theatre Guild.

A special note: As Covid-19 is a constantly changing situation, MBT will be monitoring and adhering to the guidance given by the CDC, the State of Michigan, the Actors' Equity Association, and Oakland University. Check the Meadow Brook Theatre website at www.mbtheatre.com for the latest information on efforts to keep everyone safe.

Meadow Brook Theatre is a professional theatre located on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. For additional information, please visit www.mbtheatre.com or call 248-377-3300. Meadow Brook Theatre is a nonprofit, cultural institution serving southeast Michigan for 56 years.

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Performance Schedule with Ticket Prices

27 Total Performances

Wednesday, Jan 11
8pm $37

Thursday, Jan 12
8pm $37

Friday, Jan 13
8pm $37

Saturday, Jan 14
6pm $46

Sunday, Jan 15
2pm $43
6:30pm $37

Wednesday, Jan 18
8pm $39

Thursday, Jan 19
8pm $41

Friday, Jan 20
8pm $43

Saturday, Jan 21
2pm $43
8pm $46

Sunday, Jan 22
2pm $43
6:30pm $37

Wednesday, Jan 25
2pm $43
8pm $39

Thursday, Jan 26
8pm $41

Friday, Jan 27
8pm $43

Saturday, Jan 28
6pm $46

Sunday, Jan 29
2pm $43
6:30pm $37

Wednesday, Feb 1
2pm $43
8pm $39

Thursday, Feb 2
8pm $41

Friday, Feb 3
8pm $43

Saturday, Feb 4
2pm $43
8pm $46

Sunday, Feb 5
2pm $43

Cast and Crew

CAST:

Cheryl: Lynnae Lehfeldt

Emily: Debbie Williams

Abbie: Tamara PiLar

Kathy: Dani Cochrane

Sarah: Sara Kmiec

PRODUCTION:

Director: Travis W. Walter

Scenic Design: Brian Kessler

Costume Design: Marley Boone

Lighting Design: Phillip Hall

Sound Design : Mike Duncan

Stage Manager: Brittanie Nichole Sicker

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