Geez, Louise!
A Comedy by Shelley Lapkowski
For Louise, life at her condo complex is predictable and that’s exactly how she likes it. She knows every neighbour, every rule, and every crack in the pavement. But when a bold, carefree young woman moves in next door, Louise’s carefully maintained world begins to unravel one glass of wine at a time.​
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Set in a tightly knit condo community, Geez, Louise! is a sharp, character-driven comedy about generational tension, surface judgments, and the unexpected alliances that form when two very different women are forced to share a wall.
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With quick-witted dialogue, strong female roles, and a setting audiences instantly recognize, the play blends sitcom energy with genuine emotional stakes.
About
Shelley Lapkowski
Shelley Lapkowski is a Canadian comedic playwright whose work explores the humour and heart of relationships, often shaped by generational tension and strong personalities. Her creative journey began onstage in community theatre as an actor, where she developed a strong sense of pacing, performance, and audience rhythm.
She has appeared in classic and contemporary comedies such as Plaza Suite (Neil Simon), Here on the Flight Path (Norm Foster), and Lend Me a Tenor (Ken Ludwig), experience that continues to inform her character-driven writing and instinct for comedic timing.
“Quick-witted, energetic, and heartfelt… theatre audiences don’t just deserve Geez, Louise, they need it.”​
Alexandrea Marsh, Director & Dramaturg