Blackbird to Begin Performances at MTC, March 15

David Harrower's 2007 Olivier Award-winning show Blackbird will begin performances tomorrow, Thursday, March 15, at New York City Center, Stage 1. This Manhattan Theater Club production will be directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Joe Mantello  (Love! Valour! Compassion!) and star Jeff Daniels (films Arachnophobia, The Squid and the Whale) and Alison Pill (The Lieutenant of Inishmore).
Having achieved massive critical acclaim and audience success in London, Blackbird is, as press notes state, "the riveting story of Una and Ray, whose unexpected encounter at Ray's office forces him to face the effects of their relationship, with surprising results."

Blackbird'sdesign team includes Scott Pask (Set Design), Laura Bauer (Costume Design), Paul Gallo (Lighting Design), and Darron L West (Sound Design).

March 15- April 29 performances are Tuesday – Saturday at 8PM, Saturday and Sunday at 2PM, and Sunday at 7PM. May 1 – June 3 performances run Tuesday – Saturday at 8PM, and Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2PM.

Tickets are $67.50 for performances March 15 through April 8, and $75.00 for performances April 11 through June 3. For reservations, call CityTix at (212) 581-1212. For group ticket information, call (212) 399-3000, ext. 132. Student rates are available.

For further information, tisit www.ManhattanTheatreClub.com or call (212) 581-1212.

Photo of Alison Pill by Walter McBride/Retna Ltd.