The Wanderers 2023
Opened: January 26, 2023Closing: April 02, 2023
The Wanderers - 2023 Off-Broadway History , Info & More
Laura Pels Theatre
Harold & Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre 111 West 46th Street New York, NY 10036
Off Broadway’s new hit about love, faith, and Brooklyn is “absorbing, twisty, and thoughtful—and the finest play of the year” (The Wall Street Journal).
In The Wanderers, two couples from very different worlds face the joys and challenges of commitment, culture, and community—until a surprise email from a movie star puts one of their marriages to an unexpected test. Now extended through April 2 only, this “perfectly cast, superlative Roundabout Theatre Company production” (as The Wall Street Journal goes on to say), asks the vital question, Can we ever be happy with what we have while we have it?
"This absorbing, twisty, and thoughtful play is the finest play of the year!" – Charles Isherwood, The Wall Street Journal
“A charming, deeply moving new play—it sparkles!” – Elysa Gardner, New York Sun
“The Wanderers lasts only 105 minutes, yet effectively and expertly holds enough storylines for a half dozen lesser plays.” – Robert Hoffler, The Wrap
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An Adroit Study of Engaging Characters and Heritage, ‘The Wanderers’ Sparkles
7 / 10
Under Barry Edelstein’s adroit, sensitive direction, “Wanderers” sparkles not only as a study of these engaging characters, but as one of a heritage, and its different cultural variations and generational shifts. As a thoroughly secular Jew, I was deeply moved watching Esther and Schmuli grapple — through different perspectives, and with different outcomes — with the requirements of tradition, and then observing as Sophie and Abe try to thrive on their own terms, albeit with their parents’ examples and burdens never far from their hearts.
The Wanderers Review: Two Jewish Couples and a Movie Star
7 / 10
But “The Wanderers” is far more playful than profound, an exercise in clever storytelling that involves not one, but two big plot twists - one gradually revealed; the other, seismic - and features that glamorous movie star character. As in her 2017 play “The Last Match,” which was presented at the same theater, Roundabout’s Laura Pels, and which also focused on two couples in challenging relationships (rival tennis players and their spouses), Ziegler comes up with some novel stagecraft that doesn’t completely work, but feels largely satisfying nonetheless. And in “The Wanderers,” she collaborates with the well-cast performers and director Barry Edelstein in creating five absorbing characters.
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THE WANDERERS Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 20, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 20, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company will conclude the New York premiere of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein on Sunday, April 2.
Katie Holmes, Sarah Cooper & More to Take Part in THE WANDERERS Post-Performance Conversation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 23, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 23, 2023
The cast of Anna Ziegler’s The Wanderers, including Sarah Cooper, Katie Holmes, and Dave Klasko, and playwright, Anna Ziegler, will take part in a post-performance conversation in March. See how to purchase tickets!
VIDEO: Katie Holmes & Alan Cumming Star in RARE OBEJCTS Film Trailer
by Michael Major - February 23, 2023
by Michael Major - February 23, 2023
The trailer for Rare Objects, starring, written, directed, and produced by Katie Holmes, has been released. The film also stars Tony winner Alan Cumming, Julie Mayorga, Derek Luke, and Saundra Santiago. Rare Objects is based on Kathleen Tessaro's 2016 novel of the same name, which Holmes adapted for the big screen. Watch the new video trailer now!
Photos: On The Red Carpet For THE WANDERERS Opening Night Off-Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - February 17, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - February 17, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. See photos from the opening night celebration!
Review Roundup: THE WANDERERS Opens at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - February 17, 2023
by Stephi Wild - February 17, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. Read the reviews for The Wanderers here!
Photos: Katie Holmes and the Cast of THE WANDERERS Celebrate Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - February 17, 2023
by Bruce Glikas - February 17, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. Check out photos of the cast walking the opening night red carpet here!
Photos: Stars Arrive on the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE WANDERERS
by Bruce Glikas - February 17, 2023
by Bruce Glikas - February 17, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. Check out photos of the stars arriving on the opening night red carpet here!
Photos: The Cast of THE WANDERERS Takes Their Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - February 17, 2023
by Bruce Glikas - February 17, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
THE WANDERERS By Anna Ziegler Opens Tomorrow At Roundabout's Laura Pels Theater
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the opening of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein.
Interview: Director Barry Edelstein Talks THE WANDERERS' Journey From The Old Globe to New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 13, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 13, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Barry Edelstein, Artistic Director of The Old Globe, who has returned to New York to direct Anna Ziegler's The Wanderers Off-Broadway, starring Katie Holmes and more.
Photos: First Look at Katie Holmes, Eddie Kaye Thomas & More in THE WANDERERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 2, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 2, 2023
Get a first look at Katie Holmes, Eddie Kaye Thomas and more in The Wanderers at Roundabout Theatre Company!
Photo: First Look at Katie Holmes & Eddie Kaye Thomas in THE WANDERERS
by Show Highlights - January 26, 2023
by Show Highlights - January 26, 2023
Get a first look at Roundabout Theatre Company’s The Wanderers, by Anna Ziegler directed by Barry Edelstein! See performance dates, and how to purchase tickets!
Roundabout Announces Extension for THE WANDERERS
by Nicole Rosky - January 25, 2023
by Nicole Rosky - January 25, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company just announced a one-week extension of the New York premiere of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, now through Sunday, April 2.
VIDEO: Katie Holmes Talks Being 'Superstitious' When She Does Theatre on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - January 18, 2023
by Michael Major - January 18, 2023
Katie Holmes appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss returning to the stage in The Wanderers, revealing her backstage superstitions. Holmes also discussed working with Alan Cumming on her new film, the 25th anniversary of her debut film The Ice Storm, and more. Watch the complete interview video now!
Photos: See Katie Holmes & More in Rehearsals for THE WANDERERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 17, 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 17, 2023
See rehearsal photos for Roundabout Theatre Company's New York premiere of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals Now with the Cast of THE WANDERERS!
by Nicole Rosky - January 16, 2023
by Nicole Rosky - January 16, 2023
Rehearsals are now underway for Roundabout Theatre Company's New York premiere of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein. The cast features Katie Holmes as 'Julia Cheever,' Sarah Cooper as 'Sophie,' Lucy Freyer as 'Esther,' Dave Klasko as 'Schmuli,' and Eddie Kaye Thomas as 'Abe.' Meet the company in this fun, new video!
Photos: Katie Holmes, Eddie Kaye Thomas & the Cast of THE WANDERERS Meet the Press!
by Bruce Glikas - January 12, 2023
by Bruce Glikas - January 12, 2023
See photos of Katie Holmes, Eddie Kaye Thomas and more from the cast of The Wanderers meeting the press ahead of the show's New York premiere!
Sarah Cooper, Lucy Freyer & More Complete the Cast of Katie Holmes Led THE WANDERERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 16, 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 16, 2022
Complete casting has been announced for Roundabout Theatre Company's New York premiere of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein and starring Katie Holmes. Find out who is joining the cast, the performance schedule and how to get tickets.
The Wanderers History
Other Productions of The Wanderers
| 2020 | Off-Broadway |
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| 2023 | Off-Broadway |
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The Wanderers - 2023 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations
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| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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| 2023 | Theatre World Awards | Theatre World Awards | Lucy Freyer |
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