Midlife in the fast lane: Wit, waterworks drive Pullman Civic Theatre dramedy “Becky’s New Car”

Midlife in the fast lane: Wit, waterworks drive Pullman Civic Theatre dramedy “Becky’s New Car”
Becky's New Car

By Dominique Wald

dwald@dnews.com

Audience members will be able to ride shotgun during the Pullman Civic Theatre’s production of “Becky’s New Car.”

The play revolves around Becky Foster’s midlife crisis, which gets turned on its head when she meets Walter Flood, a socially inept millionaire.

“It’s a dramedy, so there’s laughs and drama, but there are no bad guys,” said Dean Bourland, who plays the lead role of Flood. “Everybody’s character develops.”

Desirée Gould, who plays Becky, has been involved with Pullman Civic Theatre for two years, and she is excited to see reactions from the audience.

“I’m looking forward to just sharing this woman’s story, her thoughts and her adventure,” Gould said.

“Becky’s New Car” includes mature content that may not be suitable for children.

The show opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday.

If you go What: Becky’s New Car When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and April 16-18 and 2 p.m. Sunday and April 19 Where: Pullman Civic Theatre, 1220 NW Nye St. Cost: $12 for shows at 7:30 p.m., $10 for 2 p.m. matinees. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pullmancivictheatre.org, Dissmore’s and at Neill’s Flowers and Gifts in Pullman.