Hell in a Handbag Productions Presents New Golden Girls Parody

The comedy troupe's latest show, 'The Golden Girls: The Cheese Pyramid,' will run from May to June 2026 in Chicago.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 3:03am

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A bold, abstract illustration featuring four distinct silhouettes in stark black and white, representing the four main characters from 'The Golden Girls' in a minimalist, Saul Bass-inspired style.Hell in a Handbag's new 'Golden Girls' parody promises to deliver a fresh, comedic take on the beloved sitcom's iconic characters.Chicago Today

Hell in a Handbag Productions, a Chicago-based theater company known for its parodies of popular culture, is presenting a new comedic production called 'The Golden Girls: The Cheese Pyramid' as part of its 25th anniversary season. The show, written by Artistic Director David Cerda and directed by Brigitte Ditmars, will run from May 8 to June 21, 2026 at The Clutch, Handbag's performance space in the city's North Side.

Why it matters

Hell in a Handbag Productions has built a loyal following in Chicago for its humorous takes on classic TV shows and movies. 'The Golden Girls: The Cheese Pyramid' continues the company's tradition of bringing beloved characters to the stage in unexpected ways, appealing to both longtime fans of the original sitcom and new audiences discovering the iconic quartet.

The details

In the new production, Rose (played by ensemble member Ed Jones) finds herself in financial trouble and starts a multi-level marketing cheese business in her hometown of St. Olaf. Her roommates Blanche (Grant Drager), Dorothy (David Cerda), and Sophia (Kelly Bolton) try to help her get rid of the excess cheese through a party-planning scheme. The show promises to deliver the 'cheesiest episode yet' of the beloved sitcom.

  • Previews will be held from May 8-15, 2026.
  • The official opening and press performance is scheduled for May 16, 2026.
  • The regular run will take place from May 17 to June 21, 2026, with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 3 pm and 7 pm.
  • An additional Industry Night performance is scheduled for June 12, 2026 at 7:30 pm.

The players

Hell in a Handbag Productions

A Chicago-based theater company known for its parodies of popular culture, celebrating its 25th anniversary season.

David Cerda

The Artistic Director of Hell in a Handbag Productions, who wrote the new 'Golden Girls' parody.

Brigitte Ditmars

The director of 'The Golden Girls: The Cheese Pyramid.'

Ed Jones

An ensemble member of Hell in a Handbag Productions, playing the role of Rose in the new production.

Grant Drager

An ensemble member of Hell in a Handbag Productions, playing the role of Blanche in the new production.

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What’s next

Tickets for 'The Golden Girls: The Cheese Pyramid' are now on sale through the Hell in a Handbag Productions website and the BuyTickets.at platform.

The takeaway

Hell in a Handbag Productions continues to delight Chicago audiences with its creative and humorous takes on classic TV shows, bringing the beloved 'Golden Girls' characters to the stage in a new and unexpected way that celebrates the enduring popularity of the sitcom.