Morris Panych’s acclaimed dark comedy 7 Stories is a brilliantly sharp, fast-paced ride into the absurdity of life, told from the ultimate vantage point: the edge. Perched precariously on the seventh-storey ledge of a building, a man teeters on the brink, contemplating the end. But just as he’s about to leap, he’s interrupted by a parade of quirky, self-absorbed neighbours. Each eccentric character unloads their own hilariously absurd tale, building to a surprising and poignant meditation on existence and human connection.
Now over 30 years since its debut, 7 Stories remains one of Canada’s most beloved theatrical works. Ranked among the top ten best-selling Canadian plays of all time, this award-winning classic continues to captivate audiences with its blend of existential insight and side-splitting comedy.
CREDITS
Creative Team:
Playwright – MORRIS PANYCH
Director – JESSICA BUCHANNAN
Projection Designer – AWSTIN DAVIES
Set and Props Designer– POLINA KAULIO
Lighting Design: LANE SHORDEE
Sound Designer – JUNO FAIRWEATHER
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