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Run Time:
One hour and 55 minutes with one intermission
Ages: 14+
Opened: April 7, 2015
Closing: January 03, 2016

Hand to God - 2015 Broadway History , Info & More

Booth Theatre (Broadway)
222 West 45th St. New York, NY

The hilarious and provocative Hand to God centers on shy, inquisitive student Jason, who finds an outlet for his burgeoning creativity at the Christian Puppet Ministry in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. Jason's complicated relationships with the town pastor, the school bully, the girl next door and-most especially-his mother are thrown into further upheaval when Jason's hand puppet Tyrone-once soft-spoken-takes on a shocking and dangerously irreverent personality all its own. As Tyrone's influence over Jason steadily grows, Hand to God explores the startlingly fragile nature of faith, morality, and the ties that bind us.

Hand to God will feature the complete cast of the hit 2014 MCC Theater production: Steven Boyer as Jason/Tyrone; Geneva Carr, in her Broadway debut, as Margery; Tony Award nominee Marc Kudisch as Pastor Greg; Sarah Stiles as Jessica; and Michael Oberholtzer, in his Broadway debut, as Timmy. Boyer reprises the role for which he has been honored with an Obie Award, the Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Leading Actor in a Play, the Actors' Equity Association Clarence Derwent Award for Most Promising Newcomer, and a citation from the Drama League for Distinguished Performance, among other awards.


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HAND TO GOD's Steven Boyer & Devilishly Funny Puppet 'Tyrone' to Host 81st Annual Drama League Awards
by Tyler Peterson - April 27, 2015


The Drama League has announced that the star of Broadway's smash production of Hand to God, Steven Boyer, 2015 Drama League Distinguished Performance nominee, will host the upcoming 81st Annual Drama League Awards, alongside his special guest Tyrone.  One of the high points of the season, the Drama League Awards Luncheon will be held on Friday, May 15, 2015 at the Marriott Marquis Times Square (1535 Broadway) beginning at 12:00 p.m.  Official sponsors for the 81st Annual Drama League Awards include Delta Air Lines, the Official Airline of The Drama League; MAC Cosmetics, the Official Makeup Partner of The Drama League; National Life Group; and GenSpring Family Offices. Tickets for The Drama League Awards, which includes a nominees cocktail reception and the star-studded afternoon luncheon awards presentations, are available by calling (212) 244-9494 or visiting www.dramaleague.org.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- HAND TO GOD's Marc Kudisch
by BWW Staff - April 24, 2015


In this week's edition, we caught up with Marc Kudisch, who stars in Hand to God, currently playing at the Booth Theatre.

BWW Interview: Sarah Stiles Is the Voice of Reason in HAND TO GOD
by Naomi Serviss - April 17, 2015


Two teenagers may be emotionally blocked, but their puppets are unhinged, and their X-rated, blasphemous outbursts, sort of a mash-up of AVENUE Q and THE BOOK OF MORMON, are outrageously funny.

TV: Chatting with the Company of HAND TO GOD on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - April 8, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opened on Broadway last night, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you an interviews with the cast and creative team after the curtain went down!

TV: Puppets Unite for HAND TO GOD's Big Broadway Opening!
by TV - Red Carpets - April 8, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opened on Broadway last night, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on the red carpet for the big night, and below, you can check out interviews with Andrew Rannells, Patti Murin, Jeremy Jordan, Justin Bartha, and even some other famous Broadway puppets!

Photo Coverage: HAND TO GOD Hits Broadway; Inside the Afterparty with the Cast & Creative Team!
by Walter McBride - April 8, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opens on Broadway tonight, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you an inside look at the afterparty following HAND TO GOD's big opening night!

Photo Coverage: Steven Boyer & the Cast of Broadway's HAND TO GOD Take Opening Night Bows!
by Walter McBride - April 8, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opens on Broadway tonight, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel. BroadwayWorld was on hand as the cast took their first official bows on Broadway - check out photos below!

BWW Reviews: Gleefully Subversive HAND TO GOD Now Possesses Broadway
by Michael Dale - April 8, 2015


Robert Askins' downright audacious drama of demonic possession moves from Off-Off to Off- to Broadway.

Review Roundup: HAND TO GOD Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Tyler Peterson - April 7, 2015


Let's see what the critics had to say...

TV: HAND TO GOD Arrives on Broadway- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - April 7, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opens on Broadway tonight, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: First Look at HAND TO GOD on Broadway- Opens Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - April 7, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opens on Broadway tonight, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the cast in action below!

Puppets Return to Broadway in HAND TO GOD, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 7, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opens on Broadway tonight, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel.

To Hell in a Hand Puppet! Meet the Full Cast of Broadway's HAND TO GOD, Opening Tonight
by Meet the Cast - April 7, 2015


The new American play Hand to God opens on Broadway tonight, April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debuts of playwright Robert Askins and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel. Scroll down to learn more about the cast and watch interviews with the company!

Marc Kudisch Discusses HAND TO GOD On Broadway In New Video Interview
by Pat Cerasaro - April 1, 2015


Broadway welcomes an Off-Broadway hit!

HAND TO GOD Will Celebrate Fellow Broadway Shows with Specially Priced Preview Tickets
by Tyler Peterson - March 20, 2015


Producer Kevin McCollum announced today that Broadway's Hand to God will (yet again) offer early theatergoers the chance to catch this new American play at a special price: $37.50 per ticket, in recognition of the 37 (or 38) productions opening on Broadway during the 2014-2015 Season, depending on whether or not Wolf Hall counts as one or two productions. A limited quantity of select mezzanine seats at this special price will be on-sale beginning Monday, March 23rd for performances from March 23rd through April 6th and must be purchased during a limited one week on-sale window (through 11:00 PM on Sunday, March 29th). There is also a limit of 4 tickets per purchase, and tickets will be available online, via phone or at the box office.

Broadway's HAND TO GOD to Offer Specially Priced Preview Tickets, Rush Policies Set
by Tyler Peterson - March 13, 2015


Producer Kevin McCollum announced today that Broadway's Hand to God will again offer early theatergoers the chance to catch this new American play at a special price: $33.00 per ticket, in recognition of the 33 countries around the world that ban the political use of hand puppets.

Up on the Marquee: HAND TO GOD
by Walter McBride - March 11, 2015


The new American play HAND TO GOD has now begun rehearsals and will open on Broadway on April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debut of playwright Robert Askins. HAND TO GOD is directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel in his Broadway debut with previews beginning at the Booth Theatre on Saturday, March 14, 2015 ahead of the April 7th opening. Check out photos of the marquee below!

Broadway's HAND TO GOD Offering Specially Priced Tickets to Select Performances
by Tyler Peterson - March 9, 2015


Producer Kevin McCollum announced today that Broadway's Hand to God will offer theatergoers a very special price in celebration of its 2015 Broadway premiere: $20.15 per ticket.

TV: Puppets are Back on Broadway- Meet the Company of HAND TO GOD!
by Nicole Rosky - March 2, 2015


The new American play Hand to God has now begun rehearsals and will open on Broadway on April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debut of playwrightRobert Askins. Hand to God is directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel in his Broadway debut with previews beginning at the Booth Theatre on Saturday, March 14, 2015 ahead of the April 7th opening. For more info, visit www.HandToGodBroadway.com. The company just met the press and you can check out interviews with the company below!

Photo Coverage: Tyrone's Back! Meet the Company of HAND TO GOD on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - February 27, 2015


The new American play Hand to God has now begun rehearsals and will open on Broadway on April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debut of playwrightRobert Askins. Hand to God is directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel in his Broadway debut with previews beginning at the Booth Theatre on Saturday, March 14, 2015 ahead of the April 7th opening. For more info, visit www.HandToGodBroadway.com. The company just met the press and you can check out full photo coverage from the festivities below!

FREEZE FRAME: HAND TO GOD Company Meets the Press at Lobo!
by Walter McBride - February 27, 2015


The new American play Hand to God has now begun rehearsals and will open on Broadway on April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debut of playwright Robert Askins. Hand to God is directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel in his Broadway debut with previews beginning at the Booth Theatre on Saturday, March 14, 2015 ahead of the April 7th opening. For more info, visit www.HandToGodBroadway.com. The company just met the press and you can check out a photo preview from the festivities below!

Rehearsals Now Underway for HAND TO GOD on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - February 20, 2015


The new American play, Hand to God by Robert Askins in his Broadway debut, has now begun rehearsals for its Broadway bow, and leading man/puppet Tyrone has taken to Times Square to check out his new billboard, and wreck a little havoc along the way.

STAGE TUBE: Meet Tyrone! Watch New Trailer for Broadway-Bound HAND TO GOD
by Nicole Rosky - December 19, 2014


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the new American play, Hand to God, will open on Broadway on April 7, 2015 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), marking the Broadway debut of playwright Robert Askins. McCollum's three years of development on this play include its previous acclaimed productions at the Ensemble Studio Theatre (EST) in 2011 and its more recent Off-Broadway debut at MCC Theater in 2014. Hand to God will again be directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel in his Broadway debut with previews beginning at the Booth Theatre on March 12, 2015 ahead of the April 7th opening. For more info, visit www.HandToGodBroadway.com. Below, check out a just-released trailer for the Broadway-Bound play!

Hand to God History

Other Productions of Hand to God

2014   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2015   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2016   West End Original West End Production
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Hand to God - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play Robert Askins
2015 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Geneva Carr
2015 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play Moritz von Stuelpnagel
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Steven Boyer
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Sarah Stiles
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Geneva Carr
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Mariano V. Tolentino Jr.
2015 Tony Awards Best Play MCC Theater
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Ensemble Studio Theatre
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Jam Theatricals
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Ayal Miodovnik
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Lily Fan
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Timothy Laczynski
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Jhett Tolentino
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Joan Raffe
2015 Tony Awards Best Play DeSimone/Winkler
2015 Tony Awards Best Play LAMS Productions
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Stephanie Kramer
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Morris Berchard
2015 Tony Awards Best Play CMC
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Broadway Global Ventures
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Kevin McCollum
2015 Tony Awards Best Play Robert Askins

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