June Squibb and Cynthia Nixon are headlining the much-anticipated Broadway production of Jordan Harrison’s “Marjorie Prime.” Currently in previews at the Helen Hayes Theater, the play is set to officially open on December 8.
Production Overview
“Marjorie Prime” is a thought-provoking drama that explores the implications of artificial intelligence in a future where people can recreate AI versions of their deceased loved ones. This play was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Drama in 2015.
Cast and Crew
The cast features notable performances from:
- June Squibb – Academy Award nominee, known for “Nebraska.”
- Cynthia Nixon – Tony Award winner, recognized for roles in “The Little Foxes” and “Rabbit Hole.”
- Danny Burstein – Tony Award winner, celebrated for “Moulin Rouge! The Musical.”
- Christopher Lowell – known for “Cult of Love.”
Understudies include Mike Shapiro, Collin Kelly-Sordelet, Kate Hampton, and Barbara Kingsley. The production is directed by Anne Kauffman, returning after directing its earlier staging at Playwrights Horizons.
Notable Themes and Background
The play successfully debuted at Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles in 2014 before moving to Off-Broadway. It received acclaim and a screen adaptation featuring Lois Smith in 2017. Highlights of the production include:
- Scenic design by Lee Jellinek
- Costume design by Márion Talán de la Rosa
- Lighting design by Ben Stanton
- Sound design and original music by Daniel Kluger
Fans and audience members can expect engaging discussions regarding the ethical implications of AI following their experience of “Marjorie Prime.” This thought-provoking narrative promises to resonate with viewers, igniting debates in the modern context of technology and human relationships.
For more information about the show, visit El-Balad.
