The Early 2000's

"This play is a love letter to the 2000s as a whole decade," Alyssa writes in the preface to the play (3). Since this play is about teenagers, and popular culture is essential to the teenage identity, learning about the early 2000's can help actors better understand their characters.

Fashion.

The playwright also describes some of the iconic fashion trends of the early 2000s in her stage directions. Flip through the gallery to see some highlights.

Bangs

Especially ones that cover your face.

Music.

Music plays an important role in this piece. The character's taste in music reveals something about them. Click the icon below to access a playlist of songs and artists referenced in the show.

Technology.

The play contains several references to the technologies and devices common in the early 2000s. Check out the glossary to learn more.

upstate new york

Upstate New York is generally considered to be the area north of New York City and its immediate suburbs. In the 2000s, this area was predominately white. The average income was around $55,000 per year. Some of the more well-known cities in this area are Buffalo, Rochester, Ithica, Albany, and Syracuse.

(see Denton et al.; Noss)

Altamont, NY (Desocio)

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