Prayer for the French Republic Broadway

Prayer for the French Republic 2024

Ages: 14+
Opened: January 9, 2024
Closing: February 04, 2024

Prayer for the French Republic - 2024 - Broadway History , Info & More

Winner of the 2022 Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Best Play, Joshua Harmon’s Prayer for the French Republic bursts onto Broadway after MTC’s highly acclaimed extended, sold-out Off-Broadway run. In 1944, a Jewish couple in Paris desperately awaits news of their missing family. More than 70 years later, the couple’s great-grandchildren find themselves facing the same question as their ancestors: "Are we safe?" This celebrated work by the author of Bad Jews and Significant Other is about history, home and the effects of an ancient hatred. The New York Times calls it "thought-provoking, heart-wrenching and wickedly funny." Directing is David Cromer, a Tony Award® winner for The Band's Visit.

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PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Journeys To Broadway — Review
8 / 10

Yet while Harmon does nod towards a more universal meaning to “never again,” when Patrick notes at the play’s conclusion that he is “rooting for all the wanderers of the world,” Prayer does not ultimately have room to carry the horrors in Gaza alongside more specifically Jewish concerns. You might argue that’s not what this play is about — but how can we leave it outside? It is hard not to feel discomfort in abstractly pondering “Could it happen here?” when we see, right now, what is happening there. The heart of Prayer lies in, above all else, the search for safety, for peace, and for comfort. Prayer bitterly reminds us that all of this has happened before, and most likely will again. In that sense, its timing remains sadly perfect.

An Uneven “Prayer for the French Republic” Comes to Broadway
5 / 10

Like any play transferring to Broadway from an Off Broadway success, this “Prayer” is a counterproposal to its earlier, smaller, and more intimate iteration. In some practical ways—for instance, the recasting of Patrick with Edwards, whose discomfort with his narrator duties hobbles the play from the start—the competition is weighted toward the Off Broadway version. That production, though, now feels like a relic from another time, before the recent Hamas attacks and the war in Gaza. The play’s ideas about the utility of fear sound particularly strange in this changed air. The production itself seems more tentative than it was before: Harmon has removed from the script a final recounting of several hate crimes that will occur after 2016, perhaps so that the audience will not think about other, more recent events. The room in 2022 where I first saw “Prayer” is lost now. The play was built for it, and sometimes you can’t go home.

Photos: Bill and Hillary Clinton Visit PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Bruce Glikas - February 1, 2024


The Samuel J. Friedman Theatre recently welcomed a couple of very special guests! Former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton, who will produce Suffs on Broadway later this season, posed for a photo before the show.

Interview: Francis Benhamou on Her 'Self-Exploratory Journey' in PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2024


In this exclusive interview, Francis Benhamou shares her excitement and deep connection to 'Prayer for the French Republic' on Broadway. Learn about her personal journey, the significance of the role, and the talented cast and creative team behind the production.

PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Extends Through March 3
by Stephi Wild - January 18, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a final extension of the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Joshua Harmon (Bad Jews) and directed by David Cromer (The Band’s Visit), now running through Sunday, March 3.

Video: Stars Come Out to Celebrate Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Nicole Rosky - January 17, 2024


BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for opening night of Prayer for the French Republic to chat with special guests including Mare Winningham, LaChanze, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Donna Murphy, and more! Watch all of the interview in this video.

VIDEO: Watch a New Commercial for PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Now Open on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - January 13, 2024


Watch the new commercial for Prayer for the French Republic, now running at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, here!

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - January 13, 2024


In this video, watch as we take you inside opening night of Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic.

Photo Exclusive: Go Inside PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opening Night After Party!
by Bruce Glikas - January 12, 2024


The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! Get an exclusive look inside the opening night after party in the photos!

Words From The Wings: Ethan Haberfield of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Shares Favorite Backstage Moments, and More!
by Stephi Wild - January 17, 2024


As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Ethan Haberfield who is currently in Prayer For the French Republic. Ethan told us all about his backstage must-haves, favorite moments, and more!

Photos: Stars Turn Out For Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Bruce Glikas - January 10, 2024


The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening with Donna Murphy, Tyne Daly, LaChanze and more. Check out photos below!

Photos: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Company Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - January 10, 2024


The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening. Check out photos here!

Photos: The Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - January 10, 2024


The Broadway premiere of Prayer For the French Republic is open now! The Manhattan Theatre Club production officially opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!

Review Roundup: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - January 9, 2024


The critics stopped by the Manhattan Theatre Club Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic and the reviews are in! See what the critics had to say!

Video: Get a First Look at PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 9, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. Get a first look at footage and learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: Get a First Look at PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 5, 2024


Get a first look at the Broadway production of Manhattan Theatre Club's Prayer for the French Republic.

Character Breakdown: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Nicole Rosky - December 28, 2023


In this video, watch as the cast of Prayer for the French Republic on Broadway unpacks their roles!

PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Extends Broadway Run By Two Weeks
by Stephi Wild - December 18, 2023


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced that the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will extend its run by two weeks.

Up on the Marquee: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Jennifer Broski - December 7, 2023


Rehearsals are underway for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee!

Video: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Company is Getting Ready for Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - December 10, 2023


Rehearsals are underway for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. In this video, watch as we meet the cast!

Photos: The Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - December 2, 2023


The cast of the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre met the press this week, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the event. Check out the photos here!

Meet the Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - December 19, 2023


The Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, begins performances at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre tonight, Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Meet the cast of Prayer for the French Republic here!

Full Cast Set for the Broadway Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 13, 2023


The complete cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Tickets On Sale Now For PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - September 13, 2023


Tickets are now on sale for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

Prayer for the French Republic FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Prayer for the French Republic have there been?
Prayer for the French Republic has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2022 and Broadway which opened in 2024.
What theatre is Prayer for the French Republic playing at on Broadway?
Prayer for the French Republic is playing at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (Broadway), which is located at 261 W. 47th St. New York.
How long has Prayer for the French Republic been running on Broadway?
Prayer for the French Republic opened at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (Broadway) on Tuesday Jan 09, 2024 and has now been running for 1 month.
What awards has Prayer for the French Republic been nominated for?
Prayer for the French Republic has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance award (Drama League Awards) for Betsy Aidem and Outstanding Production of a Play award (Drama League Awards) for Prayer for the French Republic.

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