The last-minute stress of completing a college admission essay forces a mother and her adopted daughter to confront long-hidden family secrets in the very moving and funny "Memory House" by Kathleen Tolan, directed by Melia Bensussen. "Memory House" runs at Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) from October 25 through November 18. Tickets begin at just $20 and are on sale now thru MRT.org or by calling 978-654-4678.

"A captivating emotional ballet that is also a moving demonstration of the strenuous work that goes into good mothering." --The New York Times

According to director Melia Bensussen, "Memory House" explores several different conflicts. "'Memory House' brilliantly captures the complexity of the relationship between a teenage daughter and her mother, and the painful process for them both of the daughter's growing up. Kathleen's play is smart and funny, and reminds us of how we're not alone when enduring the complexities of our own family structures. No matter what our own backgrounds are, and whether we are in the midst of raising children ourselves or not, 'Memory House' reminds us of the validity of the struggles of intimacy and family."

"Memory House" will feature Susan Pellegrino as Maggie and Rebecca Blumhagen as Katia, both in their MRT debuts. Melia Bensussen has previously directed "Two Jews Walk into a War...," "The Blonde, the Brunette, and the Vengeful Redhead," "Aunt Dan & Lemon", and "Something in the Air" at MRT. The creative team for "Memory House"consists of Judy Gailen (Scenic and Costume Designer), Brian Lilienthal (Lighting Designer), Seághan McKay (Projection Designer), and Susan Hudspeth (Assistant Stage Manager).