THE ASTROLOGY HOUSE

A couples group arrives for a weekend getaway at an astrologically themed coastal inn in this full-cast production involving unresolved issues and closely held secrets. As the story is told primarily through the first-person perspectives of Margot (Soneela Nankani), Aimee (Allyson Ryan), Farah (Gilli Messer), Rini (Sura Siu), and Adam (Sean Patrick Hopkins), listeners are pulled in by its emotional depth and strong characterizations. Seemingly unflappable host Rini, embodied by Siu, engages with skeptical and receptive participants as the retreat blurs business and personal agendas. Astrological Cheat Sheets, delivered by narrator Amanda Dolan, give further insights into Margot's fertility struggles, Aimee's and Adam's intimacy disconnect, and Farah's newfound desires. Well-paced climactic scenes will surprise listeners. Carinn Jade delivers her acknowledgements. J.R.T. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2024]