$30 for Two Tickets to Perfect Arrangement at Theatre B ($60 Value)

Details

Set in the charged atmosphere of 1950s Washington, D.C., A Perfect Arrangement invites audiences into the carefully managed lives of two U.S. State Department employees charged with identifying “sexual deviants” within their ranks. What their colleagues don’t know is that Bob and Norma are gay themselves—and have entered into a meticulously crafted domestic solution for survival, marrying each other’s partners to present the image of perfect, all-American conformity. Inspired by real historical events and the earliest stirrings of the American gay rights movement, the play deploys bright, sitcom-style humor as a deliberate cover for the very real danger, fear, and moral conflict lurking beneath the surface.

As the comic façade begins to crack, witty banter gives way to urgent reckoning, forcing the characters to confront the cost of living in hiding. The New Yorker writes, “As hiding gets harder, pitch-perfect comedy ensues… Eventually, the four must decide whether face-saving domestic lies are worth it, or whether ostracism beats living in fear. In our own era of surveillance and paranoia, their mid-century problems don’t feel so far away.” This production reflects Theatre B’s mission to ignite transformative conversations, using laughter as an entry point to examine authenticity, safety, and the human toll of systems that demand silence.

🎭 Location: Theatre B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead
📅 When: February 20^th – March 8^th; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM; Sundays at 2:00 PM (matinees on March 1 and 8; Feb. 22 is already SOLD OUT)
⏰ Doors open at 7:00 PM and 1:30PM (matinee only) | Show begins promptly at 7:30 PM, and 2:00 PM at matinee
🚫 Please note: No late seating

From the Press:

“As hiding gets harder, pitch-perfect comedy ensues: slamming doors, strange disguises, preposterous excuses [....] Eventually, the four must decide whether face-saving domestic lies are worth it, or whether ostracism beats living in fear. In our own era of surveillance and paranoia, their mid-century problems don’t feel so far away.” - The New Yorker

"This is truly what a play should be. Thought-provoking, but with loads of laughs, this terrific show strikes the perfect balance between harsh social criticism and comedy." - Triangle Arts & Entertainment

About Theatre B

Since 2003, Theatre B has brought bold, intimate, and thought-provoking stories to the Fargo-Moorhead community. With a mission to ignite conversations that transform, Theatre B productions break down the walls between audience and actor—offering unforgettable, up-close theatre experiences you won't find anywhere else. Come be part of the story.

Testimonials

"Wonderful community theatre company! A must-see area attraction for Moorhead, MN when they have performances!" - Ariel Borgen

"Their productions always lead to great conversations!" - Landa Manders