The Architecture of Becoming 2014

Run Time:
One hour and 30 minutes, with no intermission
Opened: February 28, 2014
Closing: March 23, 2014

The Architecture of Becoming - - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

New York City Center
131 West 55th St. (between 6th and 7th Avenues) New York, NY 10019

A lost postcard, the ghost of an opera diva and the siren call of the City. Erupting from the shadows of New York City Center, expect history and mystery in this world premiere production.

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The Architecture of Becoming FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Architecture of Becoming have there been?
The Architecture of Becoming has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2014.

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