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In Every Brilliant Thing, a person makes a list of reasons to live, initially an idea he used for their seriously depressed mother. But eventually, they make the lists for themselves to remember what they are grateful for and what keeps them motivated and moving. Out of this list comes wild and memorable stories.
“There’s something about the nature of this play and the connection that is being constantly made with the audience, from before the play even starts when I’m out there interacting with people as they come into the room, that I’m very intrigued by and excited by,” Radcliffe said in an interview with The New York Times. “This play is built with the audience new every night.”
The play was written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, a British comedian who originated the lead role. Jeremy Herrin directs with Macmillan, who debuted the show through sold-out runs at three consecutive Edinburgh Festivals. It's a play that not only anyone can relate to, but perform in: Daniel Radcliffe and Mariska Hargitay previously led the Broadway show, and audience members are picked for select roles each night.
1hr 25min.
Ages 12+.
February 21st, 2026
August 9th, 2026
“Soul-stirring brilliance with unforgettable audience connection”
Audiences are overwhelmingly moved by this unique theatrical experience that tackles mental health with remarkable honesty, humor, and heart. Daniel Radcliffe delivers what reviewers call a masterful ...
A touching thought provoking show dealing with a sensitive subject.
A poignant piece on how to find happiness in the her and now . To find joy and thankfulness in the little things of life and let that wash over us. Let it keep us when life gets tough. Let practice filling our life with these things so some of the heaviness doesn’t take us over. But also that heaviness is something that some can just get over and that it’s important they are able to share that and have people and professionals that can help get them through and remind them that life here is worth living . There are so many amazing things if we just open ourselves and pay attention to appreciate and live for and that there are people in our lives when we can’t see it will help us all the brilliant and beautiful things we can’t.
It’s a story about focusing on the joys of life, even when confronted with severe depression and suicide. It’s about using the small joys in life as a bridge to help you get beyond serious depression.
By: Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe
Director: Jeremy Herrin
Cast list: Tracee Ellis Ross
Sets: Vicki Mortimer
Costumes: Vicki Mortimer
Lighting: Jack Knowles
Sound: Tom Gibbons
ADA seating, elevator access, assisted listening devices. The balcony is not accessible by elevator.
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Duncan Macmillan, known for the plays Lungs and People, Places and Things wrote this play with comedian Jonny Donahoe.
Every Brilliant Thing is playing at Hudson Theatre. The theatre is located at 141 West 44th Street, New York, 10036.
The running time of Every Brilliant Thing is 1hr 25min.
Book tickets for Every Brilliant Thing on New York Theatre Guide.
The recommended age for Every Brilliant Thing is Ages 12+..
Tickets for Every Brilliant Thing start at $454.
Every Brilliant Thing is a solo play about a man who makes lists to remind him of why to live, love, and move on.
Jeremy Herrin and playwright Duncan Macmillan direct this play.
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