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Six people in maroon uniforms are on a dimly lit stage resembling a prison, with two levels of barred doors and balconies in the background.

See photos of Adrien Brody, Tessa Thompson in 'The Fear of 13' on Broadway

Lindsey Ferrentino's play dramatizes the true story of Nick Yarris, a death row inmate who was Pennsylvania's first prisonor to be exonerated with DNA evidence.

Summary

  • This article contains photos of The Fear of 13 on Broadway
  • The Fear of 13 is a true-crime drama about wrongfully convicted death row inmate Nick Yarris
  • Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson make their Broadway debut as Nick and prison volunteer Jacki
Gillian Russo
Gillian Russo

Have no fear — we have your first look at Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson in The Fear of 13 on Broadway! Two-time Oscar winner Brody (The Pianist, The Brutalist) and Emmy and BAFTA Award nominee Thompson (Hedda, Creed) make their Broadway debuts in Lindsey Ferrentino's true-crime drama at the James Earl Jones Theatre.

The Fear of 13 unfolds through conversations between Nick Yarris (Brody), who wrongfully spent 22 years on death row in Pennsylvania, and Jacki (Thompson), a prison volunteer who helped him fight for his release. Tony Award winner David Cromer directs the play, which was nominated for two Olivier Awards for its world-premiere London run in 2024, also starring Brody.

The Broadway cast also includes Jeb Kreager, Victor Cruz, Ephraim Sykes, Michael Cavinder, Eddie Cooper, and Joel Marsh Garland.

See photos below, and get tickets to see this gripping story for a limited time only.

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Photo credit: The Fear of 13 on Broadway. (Photos by Emilio Madrid)

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Fear of 13 playing?

The Fear of 13 is playing at James Earl Jones Theatre. The theatre is located at 138 West 48th Street, New York, 10036.

How do you book tickets for The Fear of 13?

Book tickets for The Fear of 13 on New York Theatre Guide.

What's the age requirement for The Fear of 13?

The recommended age for The Fear of 13 is Ages 14+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre..

How much do tickets cost for The Fear of 13?

Tickets for The Fear of 13 start at $64.

What is The Fear of 13 about?

The Fear of 13 is a play based on the real life of Nick Yarris, a man who served decades in prison for a murder he did not commit.

Who wrote The Fear of 13?

Lindsey Ferrentino wrote this play, which earned her a Best New Play nomination from the Olivier Awards.

Who directs The Fear of 13?

David Cromer, a legendary New York director and Tony winner, stages this drama.

Is The Fear of 13 appropriate for kids?

No, the play is a mature one with discussions of rape, murder, and other crimes.

Is The Fear of 13 good?

Yes, the play earned five-star reviews and won Adrian Brody an Olivier Award.

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