Uptown Players announced on Tuesday that it has commissioned a new play by the team of James Berg and Stan Zimmerman. The play will be a sequel to the company’s 2023 premiere of Silver Foxes. The show was directed by Shrinking/Ugly Betty actor (and North Texas native) Michael Urie and sold out its entire run which was presented in the Theatre Three space.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with James Berg and Stan Zimmerman on this next chapter of Silver Foxes,” Craig Lynch, Executive Producer of Uptown Players said in today’s press release. “Their ability to weave humor and heart into narratives that resonate so deeply with audiences is extraordinary. This commission underscores Uptown Players’ commitment to fostering original works that shine a light on the richness and diversity of LGBTQ-plus experiences.”
Berg and Zimmerman are widely known for their Writers Guild of America (WGA) nominated work on The Golden Girls and Roseanne. And it looks like Uptown Players is getting the entire team back together again. The company confirmed in the press release that Urie has already signed on to direct the sequel as well.
From Uptown Players:
Building on the success of the original Silver Foxes, this sequel delves deeper into the vibrant lives of a close-knit group of queer friends in Palm Springs during Pride weekend. Silver Foxes 2 (actual title still under development) explores themes of growth, self-discovery, identity as we grow older, and the pursuit of dreams at any age, offering a fresh and poignant look at life’s endless possibilities.
The play maintains the wit and warmth that captivated audiences in the original while offering new twists, heartfelt moments, and laugh-out-loud humor.
Stay tuned for more details about this exciting collaboration, which is expected to have its first workshop at Uptown Players next season. Uptown Players remains dedicated to presenting thought-provoking and impactful stories that reflect the experiences of our vibrant community.
The original cast included BJ Cleveland, Robert San Juan, Leslie Marie Collins, Edson Montenegro and Jon Morehouse.