Appalachian Society of the Arts
"Sordid Lives" on stage in Historic Rugby July 24-26
Sat, Jul 25
|Rebecca Johnson Theater, Historic Rugby
(For Mature Audiences) Del Shores' riotously funny dark comedy, Sordid Lives, is a cult classic about a dysfunctional Texas family navigating scandal, secrets, and the aftermath of a spectacularly undignified death.
Time & Location
Jul 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Rebecca Johnson Theater, Historic Rugby, 1335 Rugby Pkwy, Rugby, TN 37852, USA
About the Event
When Peggy, a good Christian woman, dies after tripping over her lover's wooden legs in a seedy motel room, chaos erupts in Winters, Texas. What follows is a deliciously messy portrait of small-town life: the gossip, the grudges, the skeletons that won't stay in the closet, and the kind of family drama that could only end in a funeral.
Target Audience & Content Advisory
Maturity Warning: Intended strictly for mature audiences. Contains adult themes, strong language, sexual innuendo, and comedic depictions of sensitive situations.
Who it appeals to: Fans of The Golden Girls, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, or anyone who appreciates unapologetic Southern humor, big hair, and larger-than-life personalities.
The Plateau Players and the Appalachian Society of the Arts bring this beloved ensemble comedy, directed by Andi Morrow, to the Rebecca Johnson Theatre in Historic Rugby, Tennessee.