Kyra Schon Joins NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAS at brooklynONE

 brooklynONE productions has announced that Kyra Schon, one of the original cast members from George A. Romero’s iconic film Night of the Living Dead, will be featured in their upcoming stage production of the classic horror tale. Best known for her unforgettable role as Karen, the young girl in the 1968 film, Schon will lend her voice to a role that will be integrated into the live performances.

The production, directed by John Panepinto and Don Manzo, opens October 3rd at bkONE’s Tom Kane Theatre in Industry City, Brooklyn, and runs through October 6th. The stage adaptation, written by Lori Allen Ohm, faithfully captures the tension and horror of the original movie, with Kyra Schon’s voiceover adding an exciting connection to the iconic film.

“Having Kyra Schon join our production is truly an honor and a dream come true for us,” said brooklynONE’s Artistic Director Anthony Marino. “She’s an integral part of horror history, and to have her voice in our show really ties our production to the legacy of the original Night of the Living Dead. It’s an incredible connection for both our cast and audience, and we couldn’t be more excited.”

Kyra Schon’s voice will be featured in a key moment in the play, bringing her unforgettable presence into this fresh adaptation of the legendary zombie story. Fans of the film will enjoy the chance to hear her voice, this time as part of a live theatrical experience.

“My involvement in this production feels like I've come full circle. My first job in life, at age 4 or 5, was on a radio commercial, recorded at my dad's studio”  Said Kyra, when asked to reflect on her involvement in this stage adaptation, “I was offered the opportunity to "be the radio" in brooklynONE's production of Night of the Living Dead, I had to do it! I'm grateful to them for the experience.” 

Set in a remote farmhouse under siege by zombies, "Night of the Living Dead" follows a group of strangers as they battle both the undead and rising tensions within their small group. With intense, character-driven performances, BrooklynONE’s production promises to deliver the same heart-pounding dread as the original, enhanced by the intimate setting of the Tom Kane Theatre in Industry City.

Running for four performances only—October 3rd, 4th, and 5th at 8:00 PM, and a 3:00 PM matinee on October 6th—this production is shaping up to be one of Brooklyn’s most exciting theatre events of the season. Tickets are on sale now at www.bkONE.org/tix.

BrooklynONE productions, founded in 2006, has been a hub for creativity in Brooklyn, producing original works and fresh takes on classic stories. Their home at the Tom Kane Theatre in Industry City serves as a versatile performance space for theater, film, and community events, and this latest production is a testament to their ongoing commitment to pushing boundaries in live performance.

As directors John Panepinto and Don Manzo lead the charge in bringing this zombie classic to the stage, they’re thrilled to be adding Kyra Schon’s voice to the production. “We’re taking something beloved and iconic and giving it a whole new life. Having Kyra Schon be a part of this is like bringing a piece of the film itself to our stage.”

Rounding out the cast with Kyra is an all star lineup of actors, all bringing their unique talents to this intense story. Featuring Zaire Porter, Greta Edholm, John Joseph, Amy Ollove, Riley Hilton-Squires, Mitchell Richman, Kieran Cullen, Chris Sorrentino, Caroline Donato, Johnny Tammaro, Anthony Marino, Nicole Greico, Sean Dorso, Bill Doyle, David Askew, Stefan Pallotta, Sam Eglowitz, Andris Pinkhasik, Michael Pichardo, Jack Mahoney, Ashley Chico, Edward Serenson, Jason Weiner, Connor Mayrose, Vincent Pujo, Joseph Hagopian, Erol Gureli, Adele Wendt, Danielle Rose Fisher, Cosmo Duran, Mary Claire Smyth, Tiffany Rexach. The production is stage managed by Paige Hann.

Don't miss the chance to experience this chilling story with a special connection to the film that started it all. For tickets and more information, visit www.bkONE.org/tix.

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