The Reservoir, a sharply funny and emotionally rich new play by Jake Brasch, opens on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Gil Cates Theater at Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. Presented in partnership with Denver Center for the Performing Arts and Alliance Theatre, the production runs through July 20, 2025.
Directed by Shelley Butler, the play follows Josh, a young man whose life is unraveling—until his overbearing yet endearing grandparents step in with tough love, dark humor, and unsolicited advice. From Jazzercise classes at the JCC to deeply personal family reckonings, The Reservoir blends humor and heart to explore memory, aging, and the path to healing.
A Stellar Ensemble Cast and Acclaimed Creative Team
The production stars Adrián González, Marin Hinkle, Jake Horowitz, Liz Larsen, Carolyn Mignini, Geoffrey Wade, and Lee Wilkof.
Behind the scenes, the creative team includes:
- Scenic Design: Takeshi Kata
- Costume Design: Sara Ryung Clement
- Lighting Design: Jeanette Oi-Suk Yew
- Sound Design & Original Composition: Michael Costagliola
- Associate Director: Karima Karkori
- Dramaturg: Olivia O’Connor
- Stage Management: Liz Brohm Hanrahan (Production) and Rebecca K. Hsia (Assistant)
- Casting: Grady Soapes, CSA; Jody Feldman; and Phyllis Schuringa, CSA
Performance Schedule and Ticket Information
Performance Schedule:
- Monday–Tuesday: No performances
- Wednesday–Friday: 8:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
- Sunday: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
- Special Performances: Tuesday, July 1 and Tuesday, July 15 at 8:00 p.m.
- No Performances: Thursday, July 3 and Friday, July 4
Location:
Gil Cates Theater at Geffen Playhouse
10886 Le Conte Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Run Time:
Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, including one intermission
Tickets:
Currently priced between $36.00 and $139.00, tickets are available by phone at 310.208.2028 or online at geffenplayhouse.org. Additional fees may apply.
Viewer Advisory and Age Recommendation
This production contains mature content, profanity, loud sound effects, and strobe lighting. It is recommended for ages 12 and up, and children under 10 will not be admitted.
