AMERICAN HERO @ 2nd Stage Uptown-A Surprisingly Delicious Dark Comedy

American Hero is a 1 act, 4 actors, dark comedy garnished with life's frustrations.  A newly franchised subway shop piles together 3 employee misfits that combine for a seasoned ensemble.  Daily portions of tribulations are served.  This motley crew of workers form an unusual alliance.  The tiny 2nd Stage theatre contained major talent in this 1st rate cast.  The cast ingredients are Ted (Jerry O'Connell, B'wy in Seminar with Alan Rickman)  Jamie (Ari Graynor, B'wy veteran & comedy lead in CBS' "Bad Teacher") and Sheri (a pale Erin Wilhelmi who gives an illuminating performance.)  When the owner disappears & corporate fails to provide support, Ted, Jamie & Sheri turn to each other out of desperation.  It's a frenzy of unhappiness rants that makes for non-stop hysteria & philosophical contemplation.  "Rules keep people safe or the world wouldn't work."  This play works on all burners.  After a tyrannical customer meltdown, Jamie asks "What is wrong with people?  People get so upset when they don't get what they want."  AMERICAN HERO delivers a fresh comedy that leaves you wanting more.  For only $27, this is a special combo deal.