Manhattan Theatre Club announces cast for 'Prayer for the French Republic' off Broadway
The show will play New York City Center from January 11 to February 27.
Manhattan Theatre Club's world-premiere production of Prayer for the French Republic has announced its full ensemble cast. Betsy Aidem, Yair Ben-Dor, Francis Benhamou, Ari Brand, Pierre Epstein, Peyton Lusk, Molly Ranson, Nancy Robinette, Jeff Seymour, Kenneth Tigar, and Richard Topol will perform in Joshua Harmon's new play.
David Cromer directs Prayer for the French Republic, which follows five generations of a French Jewish family, beginning with a couple living in Paris in 1944. That couple, their great-grandchildren, and all the generations in between face the same uncertainty of whether they are safe in the land they call home. The play explores the lasting effects of old hatred through the lens of a single family.
The creative team includes scenic designer Takeshi Kata, costume designer Sarah Laux, lighting designer Amith Chandrashaker, sound designers Lee Kinney and Daniel Kluger, and composer Daniel Kluger.
Frequently asked questions
What is Prayer for the French Republic about?
Award-winning playwright Joshua Harmon expertly explores five generations' worth of family history in one epic play. A Jewish family in World War II-era France wonders about their safety, and 75 years later, their descendants ask the same questions.
Where is Prayer for the French Republic playing?
Prayer for the French Republic is playing at Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The theatre is located at 261 West 47th Street, New York, 10036.
How long is Prayer for the French Republic?
The running time of Prayer for the French Republic is 3h (incl. two 10m intermissions)
What's the age requirement for Prayer for the French Republic?
The recommended age for Prayer for the French Republic is 12+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for Prayer for the French Republic?
Book tickets for Prayer for the French Republic on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Prayer for the French Republic?
Joshua Harmon is the playwright of Prayer for the French Republic. His other well-known works include the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award-winning Admissions, Bad Jews, Skintight, and the musical The Bedwetter, which he wrote with Sarah Silverman.
Who directed Prayer for the French Republic?
David Cromer directs Prayer for the French Republic on Broadway after he did so off Broadway in 2021. He won a 2018 Tony Award for directing the Best Musical winner The Band's Visit.
Is Prayer for the French Republic appropriate for kids?
Prayer for the French Republic is recommended for audiences 14 and older. The play contains strong language and distressing topics such as violence, anti-Semitism, and the Holocaust. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is Prayer for the French Republic good?
Prayer for the French Republic is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide, with our four-star review of the play's Off-Broadway premiere hailing it as "a breathtaking work that skillfully balances the humanity of its characters with sprawling history." With the same director and much of the same cast, the Broadway production promises to be just as moving.
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