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'Star-Spangled Girl' Revival Finds Comedy Across Political Divides
Original: 'Star-Spangled Girl' illustrates the power of love and comedy to overcome any political divide
A production of Neil Simon's 'Star-Spangled Girl' is being staged, with coverage arguing the classic comedy still resonates because it shows love and humor bridging deep political disagreement. The play, about a writer and artist whose household is upended by a new politically conservative roommate, is being framed as timely commentary on America's polarized climate, prompting renewed attention to Simon's work in regional theatre.
Why now: Its message about overcoming political division feels especially relevant amid current US polarization.
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- 'Star-Spangled Girl' illustrates the power of love and comedy to overcome any political divide · WGCU
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