In Love and Warcraft

Why you should see In Love and Warcraft

Because it’s an R-rated rom-com with tons of heart.
Because playwright Madhuri Shekar (a native of San Jose!) writes the most fascinating and badass characters. “​​Her women are so super fierce, very articulate, very intelligent,” says Mia Katigbak of the National Asian American Theatre Company.
Because even the best gamers need a screen break sometimes.

Synopsis

Meet Evie, a college senior and gamer who’s a master at both online role-playing and real-life ghostwriting — her side hustle is writing love letters for other people. But she’s navigating the complexities of intimacy without firsthand experience. As she becomes drawn to one of her clients, Evie must learn to unleash her powerful persona in the real world. Level up your laughter and your heart with this delightfully frank look at love and sex in the digital age.

Cast

Evie: Anna Kosiarek
Kitty: Miranda Liu
Raul: Alejandro Flores
Ryan: Filip Hofman
Female Ensemble: Alycia Adame
Male Ensemble: Will Livingston

Resources

High-res show photos by Christian Pizzirani.
Press release
Show program
Highlights dramaturgy guide

Details and special events

In Love and Warcraft previews Jan. 15 and 16, 2025, and runs through Feb. 9. (No show on Jan. 18.) Showtimes are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $31-$70 now with no fees.

Don’t be scared off by the seats labeled “Slightly obstructed.” They have a narrow wooden post partially in view from the seat. Most folks say the experience in our intimate theater is just fine!

Please note that this is an R-rated production with mature language and themes, and is not suitable for children. The run time is about two hours, with one 15-minutes intermission. This production contains: strobe lights, video game violence, and gunshot sound/video effects.

In Love and Warcraft is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.

Bring a group of 10 or more and get 25% off the face value of each ticket. The discount is automatically applied when 10 or more tickets are in the cart. (Contact the box office if group members are paying separately.) If you are an employee of a fellow theater company seeking industry comps, please email us at least 48 hours in advance. Subject to availability.

Covid protocols:
If you are feeling unwell, please stay home, and don’t worry about your tickets. We’ll be happy to exchange them for another performance, free of charge. Masks are recommended indoors, except on select dates, see below for more details. Learn more about our Covid-19 protocols.

Special events:
Thursday, Jan. 16, 7:30 p.m.: Pay What You Can Preview Night. (Call the box office at 408-295-4200 to name your own price.)
Friday, Jan. 17, 8 p.m.: Preview Night.
Saturday, Jan. 18, 8 p.m.: Opening Night.
Saturday, Jan. 25, 1 p.m.: Club 250 Day! Before the 2 p.m. matinee, we’re hosting a reception for Club 250 members to mix & mingle and enjoy sips & nibbles. Learn more about the club and join.
Sunday, Jan. 26: Stay after the 2 p.m. matinee for an in-person talkback with director Kimberly Ridgeway and the cast.
Sunday, Feb. 2, 2 p.m.: Mask-required performance.
Monday, Feb. 3, 7 p.m.: Join director Kimberly Ridgeway and members of the cast for a lively, free Zoom talkback about the show. Sign up by “buying” a free ticket, and we’ll send you the Zoom link.

Parking and other info

Should you require ADA parking, email us or add a note to your order to reserve a spot in front of the glass doors. We will accommodate as many as possible. For everyone else, there’s free parking a short walk away. Most ParkSJ garages offer 90 minutes of free parking, and the parking website ParkSJ.org is a great resource providing real-time parking availability, maps and more.

The closest city lot is the First Street and I-280 Lot, under the freeway. Parking there is free on weekends and after 6 p.m. on weekdays. 

The theater is wheelchair-accessible; book the ADA & Companion seats when buying tickets.

Due to the intimate size of our theater, we unfortunately are not able to seat late patrons. Thank you for your understanding.