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Primary Trust at McCarter Theatre Center

Dates: 5/9/2025 - 5/25/2025

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Primary Trust, Eboni Booth's 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, makes its debut at McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton, running from May 9 to May 25. Directed by Timothy Douglas, the story follows Kenneth, a shy bookstore worker faced with an unexpected job loss that forces him to reevaluate his life and make meaningful connections. The cast includes DeShawn Harold Mitchell, Shane Taylor, Lilian Oben, and Peter Bisgaier, who bring to life this heartfelt exploration of starting over and embracing change.

Cast and Creative team for Primary Trust at McCarter Theatre Center

Cast

DeShawn Harold Mitchell

Kenneth


Shane Taylor

Bert


Lilian Oben

Ensemble


Peter Bisgaier

Ensemble


CJ Stewart

Ensemble


Jeff Trainor

Ensemble


Jalisa Williams

Ensemble


Creative Team

Trevor Bowen

Costume Design


Alexandria Griner

Assistant Stage Manager


Alison Cote

Production Stage Manager


Martavius Parrish

Associate Director


Tatiana Godfrey

Dramaturg


Stephanie Klapper, CSA

Casting Director


Melanie Chen Cole

Sound Design


Peter Maradudin

Lighting Design


Tony Cisek

Scenic Design


Timothy Douglas

Director




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