By Todd Michael
Directed by Melissa Firlit
Bring on the laughs. In Jack Offerman's Big Uncut Flick, a quirky 1970s small-town broadcast unravels into a chaotic collision of campy commercials, outrageous characters, and a gripping 1930s noir-style crime story. This fast-paced, meta-theatrical comedy pokes fun at nostalgia, crime dramas, and the absurdities of live television. Perfect for audiences craving wit, satire, and a wild theatrical ride!
Part of 59E59 Theaters' East to Edinburgh 2025.
Todd Michael (Playwright) is a New York City-based writer-performer and writer of Jack Offerman’s Big Uncut Flick. He has written and performed in over ten plays.
Melissa Firlit (Director) is a visionary theater director and the artistic director of Resolve Productions, based in New York. She recently directed Lonely Planet at Luna Stage, bringing her vision and passion to the company’s inspiring environment. Melissa has directed a diverse range of productions both nationally and internationally, including Misterman on tour in Ireland and Marrow at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Selected works include Jekyll & Hyde, Trojan Women, A Few Good Men, Dracula, Men on Boats, Proof, Red, Goodbody, and Bubba. Her productions have been presented at esteemed venues such as the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 59E59 Theaters, Mile Square Theatre, and the Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts. Melissa is deeply committed to developing new work with playwrights, and her projects have earned numerous accolades and nominations. She is actively developing several new projects, including works slated for the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. In addition to her directing work, Melissa is passionate about arts education and currently serves as a professor at CAP21/Molloy University. She holds an MFA in Directing from Rutgers University and is a proud member of SDC. More at www.melissafirlit.com.