Experience the emotional fireworks that New York Magazine calls "intense, primal, and show-stopping." CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD has arrived on Broadway in a breathtaking new production starring Joshua Jackson ("The Affair," "Fringe"), Lauren Ridloff (Wonderstruck), and Anthony Edwards ("ER"). This Tony-winning Best Play tells the story of an unconventional teacher at a school for the deaf and the remarkable woman he meets there.
Jesse Green of The New York Times raves, it's "fierce, crackling, passionate and profound. Lauren Ridloff gives a blistering, knockout debut performance. And I am awestruck by Joshua Jackson." "He is truly astonishing" cheers the Daily Beast. And Variety declares, "Lauren Ridloff comes out of nowhere and knocks us off our feet."
CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD. "It’s easy to understand why it means so very much to so many people" (Chicago Tribune). On Broadway at Studio 54.
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James Caverly, a talented actor and director with a rich background in theatre, notably served as the understudy for the character Orin in the 2018 Broadway production of Mark Medoff’s *Children of a Lesser God* at Studio 54. more...
Julee Cerda, known for her diverse roles in television and film, was most recently seen on stage in the Berkshire Theatre Group's production of "Children of a Lesser God" under the direction of Tony Award-winning director Kenny Leon, and she also starred in the Broadway revival of the same production in the spring of 2018 at Studio 54. more...
Treshelle Edmond, known for her powerful and expressive performances, previously showcased her remarkable talent in the Broadway production of "Children of a Lesser God," where her fluency in American Sign Language and profound emotional depth made her a standout in the cast. more...
Anthony Edwards, best known for his role as Dr. Mark Greene on "ER," brought his extensive acting experience to the stage in productions such as Classic Stage Company's "Month in the Country" and WPA's "Shem Bitterman's Frozen," before his involvement in "Children of a Lesser God." more...
Joshua Jackson, born in Vancouver and raised between California and Canada, brought his extensive acting experience to the stage in "Children of a Lesser God." more...
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Matthew Jaeger, who previously showcased his talent in the Deaf West production of *Children of a Lesser God* in Los Angeles, is now making his Broadway debut. more...
Kecia Lewis, who recently graced the stage in Children of a Lesser God directed by Kenny Leon, boasts an impressive Broadway career including original cast roles in Once on This Island and The Drowsy Chaperone. more...
John McGinty, who made his Broadway debut in *Children of a Lesser God*, previously performed in the same play at the Berkshire Theatre Group. more...
Lauren Ridloff earned a Best Actress nomination from the Berkshire Theater Critic Awards for her outstanding performance as Sarah Norman in the 2017 Berkshire Theater Group production of the Tony Award-winning *Children of a Lesser God*. more...
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Gayle Samuels, who has received critical acclaim for her roles in productions such as Fences and Seven Guitars, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of Children of a Lesser God more...
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Tami Lee Santimyer showcased her versatile acting skills by performing as Lydia in *Children of a Lesser God* both Off-Broadway at Keen Theatre in New York City and at Deaf West Theatre in Los Angeles, and also took on the role of Sarah in the same play at WCU. more...
Awards and Nominations
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Play: Lauren Ridloff was nominated but did not win.
2018 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Lauren Ridloff was nominated but did not win.
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