Life of Pi 2023
Run Time:
2 hours and 10 minutes, with a 15 minute intermission
2 hours and 10 minutes, with a 15 minute intermission
Ages: 8+
Opened: March 30, 2023Closing: July 23, 2023
Life of Pi - 2023 - Broadway History , Info & More
Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (Broadway)
236 West 45th St. New York, NY
In Life of Pi, sixteen-year-old Pi and his family set off to emigrate from India, but after their ship sinks in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Pi is left stranded on a lifeboat with just four other survivors: a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, and a Royal Bengal tiger. Time is against them, and nature is harsh-who will survive? This highly imaginative theatrical adaptation brings one of the most beloved works of fiction to the stage to tell its epic story of endurance and hope. Written by Lolita Chakrabarti based on the best-selling novel by Yann Martell, Life of Pi is directed by Max Webster.
Life of Pi - 2023 - Broadway Cast
FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Life of Pi
LIFE OF PI: THE ACCLAIMED NOVEL AND FILM IS NOW BROUGHT TO THRILLING THEATRICAL LIFE
8 / 10
Besides the spellbinding puppetry, the production features stunning projection designs, special effects, lighting, sound design and musical underscoring that combine to create a truly stunning experience. That praise, however, must come with a caveat: Theatergoers would be well advised not to sit in the front orchestra section, as many of the projections, including the swirling ocean, are displayed on the particularly high stage floor, making viewing them difficult if not impossible from there. The best seats would definitely be in the front mezzanine. The play feels somewhat drawn out at 135 minutes (including intermission), and the climactic narrative twist is too blatantly spoon-fed to the audience, as if the show’s creators were afraid that we would not be able to figure it out. But those are minor quibbles about this enthralling, wildly imaginative production.
‘Life Of Pi’ Broadway Review: A Boy And His Tiger Show Their Stripes
7 / 10
Still, the kid knows how to spin a terrific yarn. Even Broadway audiences still tickled by the bovine Milky White of Into the Woods and the massive prehistoric creatures of Lincoln Center’s The Skin of Our Teeth will be charmed by the creatures of Pi, courtesy of puppetry and movement director Finn Caldwell and his co-designer Nick Barnes. Same goes for the work of set and costume designer Tim Hatley, video designer Andrzej Goulding, and lighting designer Tim Lutkin (their combined Olivier trophies could capsize a ship of their own). At one point, Pi jumps overboard and is swallowed by the sea/stage, a bit of theatrical trickery no less effective for its simplicity. Still, visual appeal can’t quite wash away a stacked-deck ending, or make a convincing case for the fanciful over the plausible. Deep down, Mr. Okamoto probably agrees.
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Photos: Get an Intimate Look at Backstage Life at LIFE OF PI on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - July 10, 2023
by Nicole Rosky - July 10, 2023
While Life of Pi enters its final weeks of performances on Broadway, the cast is getting ready to go through some of their pre-show rituals for the final time. Michael Kushner captured them in action as a part of “The Dressing Room Project”, showcasing their unconventional warmups, as well as some tender moments between the cast before the curtain goes up. Check out exclusive photos here!
Photos: Whoopi Goldberg Visits LIFE OF PI on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - July 3, 2023
by Bruce Glikas - July 3, 2023
Academy Award and Tony-winning actor and comedian Whoopi Goldberg stopped by Broadway's LIFE OF PI to take in the stunning new play and spent a few minutes backstage meeting with the show's star Hiran Abeysekera and the show's astounding tiger puppet, Richard Parker. Check out photos of Whoopi and the company of LIFE OF PI!
LIFE OF PI Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - June 20, 2023
by Nicole Rosky - June 20, 2023
Lolita Chakrabarti’s LIFE OF PI will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Broadway’s Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.
Video: Tim Lutkin Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Lighting Design of a Play'
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023
On Sunday night at the 76th Annual Tony Awards, Tim Lutkin took home a Tony Award for 'Best Lighting Design of a Play' for his outstanding work on Life of Pi (currently running at the Schoenfeld Theatre). After leaving the stage at the United Palace, Tim checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!
Video: Tim Hatley & Andrzej Goulding Celebrate Tony Win for 'Best Scenic Design of a Play'
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023
On Sunday night at the 76th Annual Tony Awards, Tim Hatley and Andrzej Goulding took home a Tony Award for 'Best Scenic Design of a Play' for their outstanding work on Life of Pi (currently running at the Shoenfeld Theatre). After leaving the stage at the United Palace, they checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share their initial reactions!
Video: Carolyn Downing Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Sound Design of a Play'
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023
On Sunday night at the 76th Annual Tony Awards, Carolyn Downing took home a Tony Award for 'Best Sound Design of a Play' for her outstanding work on Life of Pi (currently running at the Shoenfeld Theatre). After leaving the stage at the United Palace, Carolyn checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share her initial reaction!
Cast Revealed For the UK Tour of LIFE OF PI, Led by Divesh Subaskaran
by Stephi Wild - June 6, 2023
by Stephi Wild - June 6, 2023
Casting has been announced for Lolita Chakrabarti’s dazzling Olivier Award-winning stage adaption of Yann Martel’s best-selling novel Life of Pi, starring an extraordinary life-size puppeteered Bengal Tiger.
Photos: Andre De Shields Visits LIFE OF PI
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2023
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2023
Tony, Grammy, and Emmy-winner André De Shields visited the cast of the five-time Tony nominated production of LIFE OF PI at the Schoenfeld Theatre on Monday, May 29. De Shields greeted the cast backstage, led by Uma Paranjpe as Pi.
Uma Paranjpe Will Make Broadway Principal Debut Tonight in the Title Role of LIFE OF PI
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Uma Paranjpe will make her Broadway principal debut tonight, May 9, in the title role of Life of Pi! This will mark the first time the role is played by a female on Broadway.
LIFE OF PI Puppeteers to Take Part in Talkback Session in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Mango Moon Productions will present 'Puppetry Night at Life of Pi' on June 8th at 7:00 pm at the Schoenfeld Theater in NYC.
LIFE OF PI Launches New Initiative For South Asian and AAPI Community
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2023
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2023
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, LIFE OF PI on Broadway has announced the launch of The Power of Pi Project, a first-of-its-kind effort from a Broadway production to nurture genuine connections and partnerships with the AAPI community in New York and beyond.
Interview: Olivier-Nominated LIFE OF PI Composer Andrew T. Mackay on Discovering the Show's Sound
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's Interview with Olivier nominated composer Andrew T. Mackay as he discusses Life of Pi on Broadway.
Photo: Ariana DeBose Visits LIFE OF PI on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 21, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 21, 2023
Check out a photo of Ariana DeBose visiting Life of Pi on Broadway!
LIFE OF PI Wins First-Ever PETA 'Pony Award' For Animal-Friendly Theater Productions
by A.A. Cristi - April 6, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - April 6, 2023
PETA has announced that the Broadway production of Life of Pi has won its first-ever Pony Award—the organization's version of a Tony, honoring the most animal-friendly theater productions.
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of LIFE OF PI
by Red Carpet - April 4, 2023
by Red Carpet - April 4, 2023
In this video, watch as we take you to the red carpet for opening night of Life of Pi on Broadway. Watch interviews with Edie Falco, LaChanze, Brian d'Arcy James, Diane Paulus, Amir Arison, Daryl Roth, playwright Lolita Chakrabarti and many more!
Shop LIFE OF PI in BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop
by Team BWW - March 31, 2023
by Team BWW - March 31, 2023
You can now get your official Life of Pi merchandise in BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop, including the Navy Stars Hoodie, the Tiger Tote, and Boat Enamel Pin and more!
Video: LIFE OF PI Company Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Opening Night - March 31, 2023
by Opening Night - March 31, 2023
It wasn't just humans walking the red carpet at the Schoenfeld Theatre last night. Richard Parker himself, Broadway's most famous tiger, came out to celebrate opening night of Life of Pi on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there and we are taking you behind the scenes in this video!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of LIFE OF PI
by Jennifer Broski - March 31, 2023
by Jennifer Broski - March 31, 2023
Lolita Chakrabarti's stage adaptation of Yann Martel's best-selling novel Life of Pi opened last night, Thursday, March 30, at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet!
Photos: LIFE OF PI Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - March 31, 2023
by Jennifer Broski - March 31, 2023
Lolita Chakrabarti's stage adaptation of Yann Martel's best-selling novel Life of Pi opened last night, Thursday, March 30, at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals here!
Photos: The Cast of LIFE OF PI Takes Their Opening Night Bows
by Jennifer Broski - March 31, 2023
by Jennifer Broski - March 31, 2023
Lolita Chakrabarti's stage adaptation of Yann Martel's best-selling novel Life of Pi opened last night, Thursday, March 30, at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows!
Review Roundup: Olivier Award-Winning LIFE OF PI Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - March 30, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - March 30, 2023
Lolita Chakrabarti's stage adaptation of Yann Martel's best-selling novel Life of Pi opens tonight, Thursday, March 30, at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). Read the reviews!
Life of Pi FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I get Rush Tickets for Life of Pi on Broadway?
General Rush
Price: $40
Where: Schoenfeld Theatre box office
When: The box office opens at 10 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon on Sunday.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Determined at the discretion of the box office. Subject to daily availability.
Does Life of Pi on Broadway have a daily lottery?
Digital Lottery
Price: $45
Where: greyhouselottery.com
When: The lottery is open for entries between midnight and 3 p.m. the day before each performance. Winners are drawn at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., and they have five hours to claim and purchase their tickets for the next day's performance.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Subject to availability.
How long has Life of Pi been running on Broadway?
Life of Pi opened at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Mar 30, 2023 and has now been running for 3 months.
What productions of Life of Pi have there been?
Life of Pi has had 2 productions including West End which opened in 2021 and Broadway which opened in 2023.
What Tony Awards has Life of Pi been nominated for?
"Life of Pi" has been nominated for several Tony Awards. These include Best Costume Design of a Play for Tim Hatley, Best Direction of a Play for Max Webster, Best Lighting Design of a Play for Tim Lutkin, Best Scenic Design of a Play for Tim Hatley, and Best Sound Design of a Play for Carolyn Downing.
What awards has Life of Pi been nominated for?
Life of Pi has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play, Outstanding Projection and Video Design, Outstanding Puppetry, Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play, Distinguished Performance Award, Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Director of a Play, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Play, Outstanding Lighting Design, Outstanding New Broadway Play, Outstanding Video or Projection Design, and Theatre World Awards. These nominations span prestigious awards such as the Drama Desk Awards, Drama League Awards, Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Theatre World Awards.
What awards has Life of Pi won?
Life of Pi has won several awards including Outstanding Direction of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Max Webster, Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play for Hiran Abeysekera, Outstanding Projection and Video Design for Andrzej Goulding, Outstanding Puppetry for Nick Barnes, and Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play for Tim Hatley. The production also received the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Hiran Abeysekera and won Outstanding Production of a Play. Max Webster was recognized as Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, with Hiran Abeysekera winning Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Play. The show also won for Outstanding Lighting Design, Outstanding New Broadway Play, and Outstanding Video or Projection Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Hiran Abeysekera received a Theatre World Award.
What theatre is Life of Pi playing at on Broadway?
Life of Pi is playing at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (Broadway), which is located at 236 West 45th St. New York.
What Tony Awards has Life of Pi won?
Life of Pi has won the following Tony Awards: Best Costume Design of a Play for Tim Hatley, Best Direction of a Play for Max Webster, Best Lighting Design of a Play for Tim Lutkin, Best Scenic Design of a Play for Tim Hatley, and Best Sound Design of a Play for Carolyn Downing.
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