Inside the PLAYBILL
A Comedy about love, Anxiety & Bad Decisions
Anxiously Ever After follows Max, a struggling actor searching for love while unknowingly repeating the same relationship patterns again and again. Through unforgettable characters, sharp comedy, and brutally honest storytelling, Neal King explores anxiety, attachment, family dynamics, and the stories we inherit. Audiences laugh throughout the performance—and often leave recognizing pieces of their own story.
Written, Performed, & Directed by Neal KingÂ
Standing Ovations
Laughter
It was really funny, cool to get to know Max in that way as the only real character. Very funny and entrtaining.
— Cynthia G. Tampa, FL
Connection
"The emotional honesty and the authenticity of the characters.
Powerful comedy that makes serious themes very relatable!!!"
— Verified Audience Member
Reflection
There was humor and insights about relationships and feelings that made me reflect on different aspects of my life. Neal has the ability to present a roller coaster of feelings and anxieties that is clever, humorous and accurate.
— L.B. Lower Makefield, PA
Healing
I knew I was going into laugh, but I did not realize I would be healed by Neal - literally!
— S.V. Philadelphia, PA
"I loved every second of the show because it was not just a performance - you were on Max’s personal journey and rooting for him the whole time. It blended comedy with advice and perspective that only Neal King could do."
"The spirit of honesty, introspection and admission of struggle and how to deal with the pain were all notable."
"I sat there spellbound."
"The main character seemed real and relatable. Â The ups and downs of his life--in particular his relationships with love interests and his mother--are what we all deal with. Â I loved how the main character interacted with the audience."
