OKC's Carpenter Square Theatre presents Matthew Lombardo’s "Looped"

Carpenter Square Theatre (CST) continues its Season 42 with the sharp and witty comedy-drama Looped by Matthew Lombardo. All performances take place on the Inasmuch Foundation Stage at Carpenter Square Theatre, west of downtown Oklahoma City at 1009 W. Reno.

Set in 1965, Looped takes place during a recording session for what would become the final film of legendary stage and screen actress Tallulah Bankhead. Called in to re-record a single line of dialogue, Bankhead arrives at the studio unprepared, launching a marathon session that tests the patience of everyone in the room.

As the hours stretch on, her sharp wit and larger-than-life personality collide with the mounting frustration of the film’s editor and producer. What begins as a simple task becomes an exhausting and revealing standoff, exposing the complexities of Bankhead’s career, her struggles with addiction, and her refusal to fade quietly from the spotlight. Lombardo’s script blends biting humor with poignant moments, offering a compelling portrait of a star at the end of an era. This production contains very strong language throughout and is intended for mature audiences.

Spencer Hankins directs a cast of metro-area performers led by Elin Bhaird, Brett Young, and Chantry Sipress-Banks, who bring this intimate three-character story to life. The production highlights the performers’ precision and timing as they navigate rapid emotional shifts and sharp, character-driven dialogue. Shelly Harmon is this production’s stage manager. Set design is by Ben Hall, costume design by Elin Bhaird, sound design by Rick Allen Lippert, and lighting design is by Isaiah Williams.

Performance dates are May 22 through June 7, 2026, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings and Sunday matinees. Each show has 10 performances over three weekends. Second and third weekends include Thursday and Sunday. Showtimes are 8 PM on Friday and Saturday, 7:30 PM on Thursday, and 2 PM on Sunday.

Tickets are on sale now. All seats are reserved, and reservations are recommended. Regular adult tickets are $30 with discounts available for seniors, military, educators, students, and groups of ten or more. Thursday performances feature a special reduced ticket price, and CST honors the Allied Arts OKCityCard discount. Flexible passes, redeemable for multiple productions, are also available at a discounted rate.

Free parking is available. Additional information and tickets are available online at www.carpentersquare.com or through the free Carpenter Square Theatre mobile app. The box office is open Tuesday–Friday from 1–6 p.m., and patrons may call 405-232-6500.

Additionally, the Richard and Glenna Tanenbaum Gallery will feature abstract paintings by Ford Filson, a Norman, Oklahoma artist whose work will be on display during the run of the show.

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Carpenter Square Theatre appreciates the support of the Oklahoma Arts Council, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Kirkpatrick Family Fund, the OKC Community Foundation, and the Allied Arts Foundation.

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