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See photos of Jon Bernthal, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Jessica Hecht, more in 'Dog Day Afternoon' on Broadway

The stage adaptation of the Oscar-winning 1975 film about a wild real-life Brooklyn bank robbery is playing at the August Wilson Theatre through July.

Summary

  • This article contains photos of Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway at the August Wilson Theatre
  • The play is adapted from the true story of a failed 1970s bank robbery that also inspired a 1975 film
  • The Broadway cast is led by Jon Bernthal; Ebon Moss-Bachrach; Jessica Hecht; John Ortiz; and more
Gillian Russo
Gillian Russo

Steal a glimpse at Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway, with new photos available of the new Broadway play adaptation of the Oscar-winning 1975 film.

The Bear's Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach star as Sonny Amato and Sal DeSilva, two real-life robbers whose attempted holdup of a Brooklyn bank goes wildly awry. The main cast also includes John Ortiz as Detective Ferrara, Jessica Hecht as Colleen, Spencer Garrett as Sheldon, Michael Kostroff as Butterman, Elizabeth Canavan as Roxxanna/Sonny’s Mom/Gloria, Esteban Andres Cruz as Leon, Danny Johnson as Mr. Eddy, Drama Desk nominee Paola Lázaro as Guadalupe, Wilemina Olivia-Garcia as Lorna, Christopher Sears as Ray Ray, Michael Shayan as Mr. Nesbit, Jeff Still as Widower Dave, and Andrea Syglowski as Alison.

Rupert Goold directs the play by Stephen Adly Guirgis at the August Wilson Theatre through July 12. You won't have to beg, steal, or borrow for tickets; get them right here.

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Photo credit: Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway. (Photos by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)

Frequently asked questions

What is Dog Day Afternoon about?

Dog Day Afternoon is a fast-paced play based on the real-life bank robbery that caused a news sensation in the 1970s.

Where is Dog Day Afternoon playing?

Dog Day Afternoon is playing at August Wilson Theatre. The theatre is located at 245 West 52nd Street, New York, 10019.

How do you book tickets for Dog Day Afternoon?

Book tickets for Dog Day Afternoon on New York Theatre Guide.

What's the age requirement for Dog Day Afternoon?

The recommended age for Dog Day Afternoon is Ages 16+..

Who wrote Dog Day Afternoon?

Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis writes this play based on true events.

Who directs Dog Day Afternoon?

Rupert Goold (King Charles III), who has won an Olivier Award, directs.

Is Dog Day Afternoon appropriate for kids?

The play concerns a heist and has strong language; children must be four and older to enter Broadway venues.

Is Dog Day Afternoon good?

With screen stars Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in the cast, in a tried-and-true story that became the basis for an Oscar-winning film, this is sure to be a major theatrical event of the season.

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