Jason Sudeikis will star as John Keating in the world premiere of DEAD POETS SOCIETY, a new play based on the beloved 1989 film.
Written by Academy Award winner Tom Schulman, adapted from his screenplay, and directed by John Doyle, DEAD POETS SOCIETY is set at a rigorous all-boys preparatory school renowned for its ancient traditions, where the unconventional Professor Keating inspires his students to defy conformity, and to live passionately.
Performances for Dead Poets Society will begin Thursday, October 27 at CSC (136 East 13th Street) with an official press opening Thursday, November 17. Additional casting will be announced in the coming weeks.
2016 | Off-Broadway |
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway World Premiere Off-Broadway |
Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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2017 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Off-Broadway Play | Dead Poet's Society |
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