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Rivendell Theatre Ensemble 
presents

PIVOT

by Alex Lubischer
directed by RTE member Hallie Gordon

February 12 - March 22, 2026


 

Rivendell kicks off their 30th Anniversary season with this exciting world premiere by Alex Lubischer (Bobbie Clearly, You Deserve to be Here), a Chicago-based,

Jeff award-winning playwright originally from rural Nebraska. Directed by longtime Rivendell Ensemble member and current Senior Associate Director at the Olney Theatre Center, Hallie Gordon (Eat Your Heart Out, Dry Land, Cal in Camo) and featuring ensemble members Ashley Neal, Keith Kupferer, Glenn Obrero, Artistic Director Tara Mallen with Eric Slater as Assistant Director. 

All Kara wants is a giant wedding reception and a solid three-year crop rotation plan for the farm. But when her wedding plans blow up in her face, Kara is prepared to upend the entire town of Milton, Nebraska to fight for the future that should have been hers. A dark comedy about getting your way, making a scene, and father-daughter dances to the Chicks. Save the Date.

All performances held at Rivendell Theatre,
5779 N Ridge Avenue, Chicago.

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On Sale December 15

Cast

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Keith Kupferer*
 

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Tara Mallen*
 

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Ashley Neal+
 

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Glenn Obrero+

*Denotes Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Member

Cast

Creative Team

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Alex Lubischer
Playwright

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Hallie Gordon+
Director

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Eric Slater+
Assistant Director

*Rivendell uses “women” to refer to cis born and trans women. All genders are welcome at RTE.

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Administrative Office
5779 N. Ridge Avenue
Chicago, IL 60660
773.334.7728

Rivendell Office
5775 N. Ridge Avenue
Chicago, IL 60660
773.334.7728

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