The Underpants

The Underpants is a sharp, comedic play that satirizes societal norms and hypocrisy, adapted by Steve Martin from Carl Sternheim's original 1910 farce. This production at the Herberger Theater Center brings Martin's signature wit to a story about an ordinary woman whose wardrobe malfunction inadvertently propels her into a scandalous, yet liberating, new phase of life. It is a smart, character-driven comedy that explores themes of reputation, desire, and freedom. This matinee performance on Sunday, June 20, 2027, is a good opportunity to catch a well-regarded contemporary theatrical work in downtown Phoenix. The Herberger Theater Center hosts a range of quality stage productions, and this show will likely appeal to those who appreciate intelligent humor and classic farcical structures reinterpreted for a modern audience.