Free! Staged reading in NYC on Sun 8/10

Sanford Silver Productions 

in association with Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) presents 

CONTROL OF THE DIRT 

A tragicomedy of grief, schemes, and laundry detergent 

A new play by Louise Schwarz 

Directed by Andrea Andresakis 

Sunday, August 10, 2025  7:00 PM EDT (Live)  SoHo Playhouse – 15 Vandam St, New York, NY 10013 

With: 

Ezra Barnes, Linda Kuriloff, Margeaux Lampley, Elizabeth O' Malley and Wendy Beatrice Waring 

Join us for a poignant and darkly humorous staged reading that explores family dynamics, secrets, and the tug-of-war over one woman’s legacy (and her laundry detergent). 

Synopsis: 

Vanessa, a grieving college counselor, is struggling to evict her chaotic and manipulative sister-in-law, Selina, who has overstayed her welcome after the death of Vanessa’s wife. Meanwhile, Vanessa unknowingly counsels a student whose father is dating Selina, creating a tangled web of personal and professional boundaries. As secrets unravel, Vanessa must navigate the ethics of her role while reclaiming control of her home and her grief. This sharp tragicomedy explores loss, love, and the limits of empathy with wit and heart. 

Stay for the post-show talkback hosted by TRU President Bob Ost – a chance to engage with the creative team and cast.  

🎟️ Reserve your free ticket now:  https://truonline.org/events/control-of-the-dirt 

Questions? Contact Sandy Silverberg at sanford@sanfordsilver.com