"Five Women Wearing the Same Dress" is a comedy play by Alan Ball. The story is set during an ostentatious wedding reception at a Knoxville, Tennessee, estate. While the guests celebrate downstairs, five reluctant, identically dressed bridesmaids hide out in an upstairs bedroom. Each woman has her reasons for avoiding the festivities and, as the play progresses, their individual stories unfold. The play explores themes of friendship, love, and societal expectations, providing both humorous and poignant moments as the women bond over their shared experiences and differing perspectives.