Synopsis

Based on the book Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America by Barbara Ehrenreich Barbara Ehrenreich, a prominent magazine journalist, recently embarked on an investigative cross-country journey questioning whether or not anyone could survive on minimum wage. Her answer was found while working undercover as a waitress, maid and salesclerk. This insightful stage adaptation of her best-selling book of non-fiction mixes colorful characters and biting commentary as she punches the time clocks in some of America’s most popular chain restaurants, hotels and stores.

Running Time

Running Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Cast & Artists

The Artists

The Cast

Program Articles

Nickel and Dimed – Excerpt from Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America

This fall in Steppenwolf's Upstairs Theater, Naked Eye Theatre Company will be presenting Joan Holden's adaptation of essayist and cultural critic Barbara Ehrenreich's look at the working poor, called Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting by in America.

Running Time

Running Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.