While the message of the play seems to be that Linda and Gaye really do love each other and belong together, it is more apparent to everyone except Linda that Gaye is not truly capable of loving anyone. And their love, or whatever it is, lacks conviction and passion, very much like the rest of the play, which simply feels too dated to be convincing in a society where advertisements for the reality show “The Cougar” adorn subway stops and trophy wives are as common as the towncars they ride in. The production is entertaining, much of it thanks to Pierce’s dry wit and effortless comedic timing, and it is very attractive, thanks to the ornate setting of Gaye’s study, but very little lies beneath the ornate surface.

A dry martini is enjoyable sparingly, but this critic prefers something that packs a stronger punch.