Prayer for the French Republic 2022

Ages: 14+
Opened: February 1, 2022

Prayer for the French Republic - 2022 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

n 1944, a Jewish couple in Paris desperately awaits news of their missing family. More than 70 years later, the couple’s great-grandchildren find themselves facing the same question as their ancestors: “Are we safe?” Following five generations of a French Jewish family, Prayer For The French Republic is a sweeping look at history, home, and the effects of an ancient hatred.



This powerful world premiere comes from acclaimed playwright Joshua Harmon (Bad Jews, Significant Other) and director David Cromer, a Tony Award winner for The Band’s Visit.

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MTC Announces Final Extension for PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 23, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a final extension for Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. The world premiere will now play two additional weeks and must close Sunday, March 27 at New York City Center – Stage I.

PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Announces Extension
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 9, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced that the world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will now play through Sunday, March 13, at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

Photos: Inside Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 3, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. The production opened Tuesday, February 1 at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

VIDEO: First Look at the World Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 1, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, opens tonight, Tuesday, February 1, at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street). 

Photos: First Look at PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at MTC Stage I
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 28, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, begins performances tonight.

PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at MTC Cancels Jan 11 & 12 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2022


The performances of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC scheduled for January 11th and 12th have been canceled to allow for additional technical rehearsals.

Prayer for the French Republic FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Prayer for the French Republic have there been?
Prayer for the French Republic has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2022 and Broadway which opened in 2024.
What awards has Prayer for the French Republic been nominated for?
Prayer for the French Republic has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Amith Chandrashaker, Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Joshua Harmon, Outstanding Production of a Play at the Drama League Awards for Prayer For The French Republic, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Prayer for the French Republic, and Theatre World Awards for Yair Ben-Dor.
What awards has Prayer for the French Republic won?
Prayer for the French Republic has won several awards, including Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Amith Chandrashaker, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Joshua Harmon, Outstanding Production of a Play (Drama League Awards) for Prayer For The French Republic, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Prayer for the French Republic, and a Theatre World Award for Yair Ben-Dor.

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