THE CALL LIST Opens September 25th at Third Avenue Playworks

A deadly serious comedy about being alive.

Meet Sam—a restless dreamer, anxious doodler, and professional wanderer in search of purpose. When her law firm boss hands her a simple list of names and one chilling task—call them all and announce a client’s death—her mundane workday takes a bizarre turn. Curiosity pulls Sam into a mystery that’s equal parts darkly funny and unexpectedly heartfelt. Armed with only her notebook and razor-sharp wit, she chases clues that lead to something far deeper – and more personal – than she expected.

The Call List is directed by Third Avenue Playworks’ Artistic Director Jacob Janssen and features Eva Nimmer as the central character. Kelsey Brennan York is the Production Stage Manager; Alex Polzin is the Scenic Desinger; Colin Gawronski is the Lighting Designer; Kaoime Malloy is the Costume Designer; Grover Hollway is the Sound Designer; Haley Anne Cranstoun is the Props Master.

Part of The World Premiere Wisconsin Festival

The Call List by Brian James Polak is part of World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide festival celebrating new plays and musicals running throughout 2026.