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Head of Passes 2016

Run Time:
2 hours with one intermission
Opened: March 28, 2016
Closing: May 01, 2016

Head of Passes - 2016 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Public Theater [Newman Theater]
425 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10003

At the mouth of the Mississippi River, Shelah's family and friends have come to celebrate her birthday and save her from a leaking roof but unexpected events turn the reunion into the ultimate test of faith and love. As her world seems to collapse around her, Shelah must fight to survive the rising flood of life's greatest challenges. HEAD OF PASSES is a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre.


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HEAD OF PASSES, Starring Phylicia Rashad, Extends Again at the Public
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016


The Public Theater announced an additional one-week extension today for the New York premiere of Head of Passes, part of Oskar Eustis' 10th anniversary season.

BWW Interview: Francois Battiste Chats About HEAD OF PASSES and Returning to The Public
by Nora Dominick - March 30, 2016


Head of Passes is already turning heads at the Public Theater and BroadwayWorld has the amazing opportunity to sit down with Francois Battiste, one of the many stars of Tarell Alvin McCraney's new play. 

Photo Coverage: Phylicia Rashad & More Celebrate Opening Night of Public Theater's HEAD OF PASSES
by Jennifer Broski - March 29, 2016


The Public Theater has announced a one-week extension for the New York premiere of Head of Passes, part of Oskar Eustis' 10th anniversary season. Written byTarell Alvin McCraney and directed by Tina Landau, Head of Passes officially opened last night, Monday, March 28 and was originally scheduled to close on Sunday, April 17. It will now run an additional week through Sunday, April 24. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the big night below!

BWW Review: HEAD OF PASSES; When It Pours, Phylicia Rashad Reigns
by Michael Dale - March 29, 2016


Tarell Alvin McCraney's drama inspired by the Book of Job ends with a thrilling acting performance.

Review Roundup: HEAD OF PASSES, Starring Phylicia Rashad, Opens at The Public
by Review Roundups - March 28, 2016


The Public Theater presents the New York premiere of HEAD OF PASSES, part of Oskar Eustis' 10th anniversary season. Written by Tarell Alvin McCraney and directed by Tina Landau, Head of Passes officially opens tonight, Monday, March 28. Let's see what the critics had to say...

The Public Theater Extends HEAD OF PASSES, Starring Phylicia Rashad
by Tyler Peterson - March 28, 2016


The Public Theater  has announcedd a one-week extension today for the New York premiere of HEAD OF PASSES, part of Oskar Eustis' 10th anniversary season. Written by Tarell Alvin McCraney and directed by Tina Landau, HEAD OF PASSES officially opens tonight, Monday, March 28 and was originally scheduled to close on Sunday, April 17. It will now run an additional week through Sunday, April 24.

Phylicia Rashad Returns to The Public in HEAD OF PASSES, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2016


The Public Theater presents the New York premiere of HEAD OF PASSES, written by TarellAlvin McCraney and directed by Tina Landau. Part of Oskar Eustis' 10th anniversary season, HEAD OF PASSES officially opens tonight, March 28, in the Newman Theater and runs through Sunday, April 17, 2016.

Photo Flash: First Look at Phylicia Rashad, Robert Joy & More in HEAD OF PASSES at The Public
by Tyler Peterson - March 23, 2016


The Public Theater presents the New York premiere of HEAD OF PASSES, written by Tarell Alvin McCraney and directed by Tina Landau. Part of Oskar Eustis' 10th anniversary season, HEAD OF PASSES began previews on March 17, in the Newman Theater and runs through Sunday, April 17, with an official press opening on Monday, March 28. Check out a first look at the production below!

Head of Passes History

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Head of Passes - 2016 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design for a Play G.W. Mercier
2016 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Phylicia Rashad
2016 The Lortels Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play Alana Arenas
2016 The Lortels Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play Phylicia Rashad
2016 The Lortels Outstanding Scenic Design G.W. Mercier

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