Design for Living

Art by Oren Fisher

“It should be easy, you know. I love you. You love me. You love Otto. I love Otto. Otto loves you. Otto loves me. There now! Start to unravel from there.” Noel Coward’s sparkling 1932 romantic comedy follows the entanglements between three bickering bohemian artists – an interior decorator, a playwright, and a painter – trying to follow their hearts (and impulses), not the rules. Is a (love) triangle the most beautiful shape of all?

“Irresistibly entertaining…This shameless game of musical chairs – or bedrooms, rather – is racy even by today’s standards…Under the skilled direction of Blanche Case, the three lead actors deliver extraordinary performances and share remarkable chemistry. Boyd is simply masterful as Gilda and never misses a beat whether she’s elated, aroused, or defeated. Holmes is ferociously charming as Leo, complete with an ever-present impish grin and pestering disposition. Leaheey triumphs as the forlorn yet determined Otto whose befuddled expression alone is comical…Design for Living is a notable comedic work from a master playwright with a surprisingly timely premise, and Head Trick’s production features some of the best acting in the region this year.” —BroadwayWorld

“Sharply delivered dialogue leaves the audience at the edge of their seats […] Shouldn’t love be one of the easiest things in the world? A lot of audience members – especially those still figuring things out – will see themselves in Gilda’s search. […] A truly phenomenal stage production!” —Options Magazine

AS220 Black Box
95 Empire St., Providence RI

“Design for Living” was presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
Part of 2025-26: Love and Truth

“Head Trick Theatre is clearly fighting above its weight in Providence’s theatrical ecosystem…such bold choices have led to creative accomplishments and no shortage of accolades.” —Bob Abelman of The Boston Globe/Motif Magazine

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