Out of the City at Merrimack Repertory Theatre

Talk about your birthday surprises. In Leslie Ayvazian's comedy Out of the City, two middle-aged married couples are taking a weekend trip to celebrate a milestone birthday when an unexpected romance rears its head. During their getaway, Matt and Carol, Dan and Jill find themselves exploring their own dissatisfaction, pondering marital detours and contemplating what comes next. This unorthodox comedic love story -- directed by Christian Parker for Lowell's Merrimack Repertory Theatre -- proves that you can find rejuvenation at any age.