It is 1958, and New York City is in the midst of a major building boom; a four-lane highway is planned for the heart of Washington Square; Carnegie Hall is designated for demolition; entire neighborhoods on the West Side are leveled to make room for a new ‘palace of art’. And a young Joe Papp and his colleagues face betrayals, self-inflicted wounds and anger from the city’s powerful elite as they continue their free Shakespeare productions in Central Park.
From the creator of the most celebrated family plays of the last decade, comes a drama about a different kind of family – one held together by the simple and incredibly complicated belief that the theater, and the city, belong to all of us.
Rosie Benton, known for her performances on Broadway in shows such as *The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time* and *Stick Fly*, also graced the stage Off-Broadway in *Illyria* at the Public Theater. more...
Will Brill, who played Reg in Illyria, first workshopped Stereophonic in 2015 and has since been seen on Broadway in Daniel Fish’s revival of Oklahoma! and Off-Broadway in A Case for the Existence of God, earning a Drama Desk nomination. more...
Blake DeLong, known for his dual roles in the acclaimed musical *Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812*, brought his extensive experience from New York's vibrant theater scene to the cast of *Illyria*. more...
Emma Duncan, known for her roles in "The Sandman" (2022) and "Dietland" (2018), brought her talent to the stage in "Illyria." more...
Fran Kranz, a Yale graduate, showcased his versatility Off-Broadway with a notable performance in "Illyria" at the Public Theater, adding to an impressive resume that includes Broadway hits like "China Doll" and "Death of a Salesman." more...
John Sanders, known for his performances in Broadway's *Matilda* and *Peter and the Starcatcher*, brought his extensive stage experience to *Illyria*. more...
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