Prayer for the French Republic, a play by Joshua Harmon, explores the enduring fears of a Jewish family in France across generations. Set against the backdrop of 1944 and resonating with contemporary concerns, it follows a couple awaiting news of their loved ones, while their descendants grapple with the question: "Are we safe?" Directed by Jeremy Wechsler and featuring a cast that includes Janet Ulrich Brooks and Rom Barkhordar, this award-winning work reflects on history and the impact of age-old hatred. The production runs at Northlight Theatre from April 10 to May 11, 2025.
Cast and Creative team for Prayer for the French Republic at Northlight Theatre
Cast
Rom Barkhordar
Charles Benhamou
Alex Weisman
Lucien Salomon
Janet Ulrich Brooks
Marcelee Salomon
Rae Gray
Elodie Benhamou
Max Stewart
Daniel Benhamou
Lawrence Grimm
Patrick Salomon
Henson Keys
Pierre Salomon
Nathan Becker
Young Pierre Salomon
Torrey Hanson
Adolphe Salomon
Maya Hlava
Molly
Kathy Scambiatterra
Irma Salomon
Creative Team
Jyreika Guest
Resident Violence and Intimacy Coordinator
Katie Klemme
Stage Manager
Nicolas Bartleson
Prop Designer
Joseph Cerqua
Sound Designer
JR Lederle
Lighting Designer
Mara Blumenfeld
Costume Designer
Joe Schermoly
Set Designer
Jeremy Wechsler
Director
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