Nick Landers wants to marry Luna Lieberman. But first he has to earn her father’s blessing by joining the family on a journey—the kind you take without leaving the living room.The only problem is Nick has never done drugs before—or “medicine,” according to Shanti, the family’s therapist/shaman. She and her partner Brad are serving Peruvian ayahuasca in heart-shaped chocolates at the Liebermans' Malibu home this Sabbath, just in time for an unannounced visit from Grandma Stern. And you’re invited on the journey.*Along the way you’ll meet a pet psychologist, an up-and-coming pop singer, a rookie cop with a blushing problem, a retired Elvis impersonator and mafia money runner, and a dog named Tom Petty who's possessed by the ghost of Tom Petty. You’ll watch generations clash, worldviews collide, stars explode into trippy supernovae. You’ll grasp for an instant the infinite mind of God.It’s cheaper than a ticket to Peru. And it’s coming to The Tank this February.Critics say:“The comedy in this production ranges from laugh-out-loud exclamations to subtle quips you might not catch if you’re not paying close attention […] Every single actor is perfect for their role and performs their assignment admirably […] When it’s time to start the ritual, you’re invited to join the procession for a chocolate heart of your own. It’s a nice treat that adds a bit of sweet immersion to the experience […] Just as a good drama has the right dose of comic relief, there were a few moments toward the end of the story where I actually felt a little emotional.”– Andrew Andrews, Opplaud (full review)“I must say, I was pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed it. The cast was a mix of actors who were early on in their careers and seasoned actors with some impressive stage, screen and television credits. They took great care to convey Joshua Crone’s well-crafted material with respect and an ideal balance of emotions to ensure a quality production [….] Despite the seemingly cluttered plot, the show flowed very well. It was a very sweet ending, especially if you are a Tom Petty Fan. It was ambitious material that was done right and done well. It’s worth the journey to Manhattan to see this show.”– Jen Bush, Arts Independent (full review)
