Justin Sayre's Solo Play 'THE LAMENTABLE TALE OF A DOG' to Debut in High Line's 'Out of Line' Series

The Lamentable Tale of a Dog; as told by Beppo, formerly of the Castaglioni company of Padua - the new and timely solo work by outrageous writer/performer Justin Sayre - will debut on Thursday, May 18 at 9:00 PM as part of the High Line "Out of Line" event series.

The show, which features sets by Sully Ross, costumes by Allan Herrara and artwork by Adam Michael, will take place on the High Line at 14th Street. Melody Berger is featured on violin. The event is free but reservations are suggested. Visit TheHighLine.org for tickets and information.

In The Lamentable Tale of a Dog; as told by Beppo, formerly of the Castaglioni company of Padua, a clown struggles to find humor in a world that suddenly feels very dark after he is abandoned by his company following the death of his dog. The play is a treatise on the power of humor in uneasy times and the resilience we can find by laughing at impending gloom.

Justin Sayre is a writer and performer best known for his downtown variety show The Meeting*, now in its 8th and final season at Joe's Pub. Sayre, described by Michael Musto in the Village Voice as "Oscar Wilde meets Whoopi Goldberg," was recently hailed as one the "Funniest People in Brooklyn" by Brooklyn Magazine and among "LA's 16 Most Talented LGBT Comics" by Frontiers Magazine. His original works for the theater have been shown at La MaMa; Dixon Place; The Wild Project; Queer Pop-Up Museum; Ars Nova; and The Players Club. He is the author of two novels for children; the second, Pretty, will be released this July. He also wrote for the sitcom "2 Broke Girls" on CBS.

Out of Line, now in its second year, presents a new set of arresting, intriguing, and playful performances by some of New York City's most exciting contemporary artists.

Each year, Friends of the High Line creates fun and innovative opportunities for people all ages to experience the park in a new way. Through public programs, Friends of the High Line encourages community engagement with and stewardship of the High Line. A series of dynamic live performances and participatory activities that provide a platform for visitors of all ages to experience the High Line through music and motion. From dance parties to the beat of Latin rhythms to poetry and spoken word festivals, this series mirrors the eclecticism of New York's arts and culture.

Public programs on the High Line are supported, in part, with public funds from the New York City Council, under the leadership of Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito.