BITCHES – A Darkly Comic New Play Premieres at East Village Basement

BITCHES – A Darkly Comic New Play Premieres at East Village Basement

New York, NY – Aug. 7-9, 2025

BITCHES, a bold and thrilling new play by Julia Smith, directed by Maya Shore, is set to premiere at the East Village Basement from Aug. 7-9, 2025. Featuring a dynamic cast of emerging talent, the play explores themes of power, friendship, and identity through a darkly comic lens, making it a must-see for theatergoers looking for a fresh, thought-provoking theatrical experience.

The production stars Gabriella Anifantis, Gaia Di Mitri, Isabella Folchetti, Lydia Kelly, and Anuka Sethi, whose characters navigate the tumultuous world of high school dynamics. In BITCHES, four high school seniors—Harper, Leila, Jo, and Kelly—invite their uncool classmate Suz to a sleepover with the intention of humiliating her. When their plan takes an unexpected and dangerous turn, Suz is reluctantly pulled into their group’s shifting allegiances, secret romances, and growing violence. The play culminates in a shocking confrontation, asking: Is murder cool if everyone else is doing it?

This darkly comic, queer-friendly production promises to captivate audiences with its sharp writing and intense emotional moments. BITCHES explores the complexity of friendships and the dark side of adolescent culture, all while grappling with questions of loyalty, power, and the consequences of cruelty.

Details:

• Dates: Aug. 7-9, 2025

• Venue: East Village Basement, New York, NY

• Tickets: Available now at Eventbrite Link

The creative team behind BITCHES includes costume design by Kai Sun, production stage management by Rory Collins, and assistant direction by Asha Mody.

About the Show:

BITCHES follows the chaotic and often cruel dynamics of a group of high school seniors whose fractured friendship leads them to experiment with power, manipulation, and violence. As they drag their classmate Suz into their deadly game, the play explores the dangerous and often absurd outcomes of groupthink and peer pressure. The play challenges the boundaries of friendship and asks the provocative question: what happens when cruelty becomes the norm?

Written by Julia Smith
Directed by Maya Shore

For more information and to stay updated on the show, follow BITCHES on Instagram at @bitches.new.play.

About the Company:

BITCHES is produced by a passionate team of emerging artists committed to pushing the boundaries of contemporary theatre. The show presents a new voice in the New York theatre scene, combining humor, tension, and a critique of youth culture in a unique and compelling way.

For press inquiries or to schedule interviews with the cast and creative team, please contact Maya Shore at mayaeshore@gmail.com.