In this New York Times Critic pick, when Dennis Sullivan wins an Academy Award for his screenplay based on the true story of his friend who was driven to suicide after being bullied for being gay, he names the real-life bully on national television in his acceptance speech: Ethan Rice. Dennis’ accusation and the viral internet feud between Dennis and Ethan that follows leads to chaos in both of their lives, as their feud becomes obsessive and destructive, leaving them to wonder if we can ever really leave the past behind us.

This new production, directed by Lily Wolff, marks the inaugural performance of Thunderclap Productions’ John Steven Kellett Memorial in a limited run at the MATCH starring Noah Alderfer, Domonique Champion, Greg Cote, and Wesley Whitson. From White Plains is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York, and is funded by a generous grant from the John Steven Kellett Foundation.