New Play Love's Divide Begins at Dillon's on October 26

Love's Divide, a new show written by and starring Thomas Ryan and Suzanne Rydz, will make it's Off-Broadway debut on October 26th at 8pm. It will run through January 7 at Dillon's Theatre (245 W. 54th Street)

Directed by J. William Bruce and produced by R & R Productions, "Love's Divide is about the journey between men and women in their relationships," state press notes.

Ryan is a graduate of Niagara University's Theatre Arts Program. Favorite New York stage credits include: Ken in Perfect Son, Stanley in Brighton Beach Memoirs, and Elvis in First Church of Elvis. Film and TV work includes A Bronx Tale and "Guiding Light." 

Rydz is a graduate of Fairfield University. Favorite roles include Nora in A Doll's House, Kristine in A Chorus Line, and Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing. Film and TV credits include "Guiding Light" and "One Life to Live." She has also been featured in commercials and industrials.

Bruce most recently produced and directed a critically acclaimed production of Closer Than Ever. In January 2006, he and composer David Shenton produced a reading of their newest project Avarice, which is scheduled for a four week run early next year.

Love's Divide's performance schedule is: Wednesdays,Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm. Tickets are $35 with a $20 food/drink minimum. Doors will open 1hr prior to the show. Tickets can be ordered online at www.theatermania.com or by calling 212-201-9330.

For more information, go to www.ryanrydzproductions.com