“Laughter on the 23rd Floor” by playwright Neil Simon focuses on a TV comedy-variety show in the 1950s.    The play focuses on Max Prince (Sid Caesar inspired type star) and the writers’ room, where the staff’s writing, laughter and crazy antics take place.

The play is an inside look at the processes and personalities of television comedy writers, circa 1953, during the rise of Joseph McCarthy.  The characters in the play are based on Neil Simon’s recollections of his time with “Your Show of Shows” and “Caesar’s Hour” writers’ room.

The play is directed by Steve Kalter.  Cast members include Mark Prokes, Hannah Munson, Elijah Bondar, Craig Lampert-Soto, Dave Collins, Justin Gharavi, Phil Fougere, Steve Kalter and Jen Wolf.  Assistant Directors are Nicole Bedard and Greg Capalbo.  Set Designer is David O’Gara.

Performances are November 7 and 8 at 7:30 pm at Millis High School Auditorium, 245 Pleasant Street, Millis.  Tickets are available online at www.millistheatre.com and at the door.