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Morgan Bassichis: Can I Be Frank? tickets

Tony winner Sam Pinkleton directs Morgan Bassichis's hilarious queer solo show that is part homage, part vanity project.

Photo of Morgan Bassich stands onstage in front of a microphone in Can I Be Frank?

A person in a black shirt stands on stage speaking into a microphone, with one hand on their hip and the other gesturing, against a dark background with a yellow and white design.

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A person in a black outfit stands on stage with arms raised, lit by blue light, in front of an orange backdrop with a large black and purple circular design.

About Morgan Bassichis: Can I Be Frank?

Winner of two OBIE Awards for Playwriting and Directing, see Can I Be Frank? from comedian Morgan Bassichis, whom The New Yorker has called "fiercely hilarious." Directed by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!),Can I Be Frank? returns to SoHo Playhouse for a limited run this summer.

In a desperate attempt to prove they can think about anyone other than themself, Bassichis looks to queer comedian, musician, and performance artist Frank Maya, whose work inspires Can I Be Frank? in New York.

A unique performance piece, Can I Be Frank? off Broadway is written and performed by Bassichis and was originally developed and produced at La MaMa Experimental Club. Now, it returns to a legendary downtown venue, SoHo Playhouse, to celebrate how Bassichis's work operates in a shared lineage with Maya's. Prepare for a hilarious and moving tribute as Morgan does whatever it takes to gain a laugh, and your fandom.

Know before you go

Accessibility: Please note that the SoHo Playhouse is a landmark building that regrettably is not wheelchair accessible. There is no ramp or elevator access.

Run time

1hr 10min.

Venue

SoHo Playhouse

Age

Ages 13+.

Start date

May 21st, 2026

End date

June 27th, 2026

“Hilarious, moving tribute to a lost queer icon”

4.6

Must See!56 reviews

A Brilliant Tribute to Frank Maya

Morgan Bassichis delivers a one-person show that audiences overwhelmingly describe as hilarious, moving, and thought-provoking. This tribute to Frank Maya, a performance artist lost to AIDS, seamlessl...

What It Feels Like

Viscerally funny
Deeply moving
Politically charged

You’ll Love This If…

You appreciate solo performances that blend comedy with heart
You enjoy learning about overlooked queer history
You want theater that feels urgent and timely

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Aug 29

Funny and interesting but a little too frenetic for my taste.

Jul 8

A truly wonderful one man show about community and connection that is filled with laughs. It came highly recommended, and I am glad I got to see it at this venue as it’s sure to play at larger theaters before too long.

Jun 29

Queer theater culture limited is as in part a result of AIDS & your ai will not replace us.

Our Review

'Can I Be Frank?' Off-Broadway review — a delightful, insightful trip through queer comedy history

Read our review of Can I Be Frank? off Broadway, a new solo show written and performed by Morgan Bassichis in tribute to the late comedian Frank Maya.

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