Elan Zafir
Latest News on Elan Zafir:
Review Roundup: SEAGULL: TRUE STORY at the Public Theater (Apr 1, 2026)
Photos: SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Celebrates Opening Night at the Public Theater (Mar 31, 2026)
SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Extended Off-Broadway at The Public Theater (Mar 30, 2026)
Review Roundup: SEAGULL: TRUE STORY at the Public Theater (Apr 1, 2026)
Photos: SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Celebrates Opening Night at the Public Theater (Mar 31, 2026)
SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Extended Off-Broadway at The Public Theater (Mar 30, 2026)
BIO
ELAN ZAFIR (he/him)
Milwaukee Rep: God of Carnage; Bedlam: The Winter's Tale/Hedda Gabler (in repertory); Woolly Mammoth: There's Always the Hudson; Arena Stage: Junk; Folger Theatre: King John, Way of the World (w/Kristine Nielsen); Ford Theatre: Twelve Angry Men, Ragtime (Helen Hayes Award, Ensemble); Mosaic Theatre: Eureka Day, The Vagrant Trilogy, Paper Dolls. Signature Theatre: Tender Napalm; The Welders: Happiness and Other Reasons to Die; Adventure Theatre: JUMANJI (Helen Hayes Award, Outstanding Production); Rep Stage: Venus in Fur; Capital Fringe: The Unaccompanied Minor and Ben & Lucille (Written by Mr. Zafir). Shakespeare Theatre Company: EVERYBODY, Romeo & Juliet (FFA and Mainstage), Othello, Salomé (Helen Hayes Award: Ensemble, Best Play). NATIONAL TOUR: Peter Pan. INTERNATIONAL: Edinburgh Fringe: Super Earth, The Unaccompanied Minor (written by Mr. Zafir). TELEVISION: Blue, Bloods, East New York, Law & Order, FBI: International, The Blacklist, House of Cards, King of Crimes, The Making of the Mob, Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall, Student Bodies, Big Wolf on Campus. TEACHING: Shakespeare Theatre Company. TRAINING: Shakespeare Theatre Company's Academy for Classical Acting: MFA. Dome Professional Theatre Program: BA. WEB: www.elanzafir.net
Photos
Heiress Mae (Eliza Huberth) waits to have her ex-boyfriend Henry (Luigi Sottile) removed from the party, as guests Reg (Elan Zafir) and Charles (Brandon Espinoza, far right) look on. Theresa Rebeck’s The Way of the World is on stage at Folger Theatre
Date:
01/12/2018
From: Photo Flash: Theresa Rebeck's THE WAY OF THE WORLD Comes to Folger Theatre
A sophisticated party of one-percenters in the Hamptons in Folger Theatre’s The Way of the World. Pictured left to right: Eliza Huberth, Daniel Morgan Shelley, Elan Zafir, Brandon Espinoza, Kristine Nielsen, and Erica Dorfler.
Date:
01/12/2018
From: Photo Flash: Theresa Rebeck's THE WAY OF THE WORLD Comes to Folger Theatre
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News
Review Roundup: SEAGULL: TRUE STORY at the Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026
Seagull: True Story is officially open at The Public Theater’s LuEsther Hall. Following runs at La MaMa and London’s Marylebone Theatre, the play will now run through May 3. Read reviews for the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026
Seagull: True Story is officially open at The Public Theater’s LuEsther Hall. Following runs at La MaMa and London’s Marylebone Theatre, the play will now run through May 3. Read reviews for the production.
Photos: SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Celebrates Opening Night at the Public Theater
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 31, 2026
Seagull: True Story is officially open at The Public Theater’s LuEsther Hall. Following runs at La MaMa and London’s Marylebone Theatre, the play will now run through May 3. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 31, 2026
Seagull: True Story is officially open at The Public Theater’s LuEsther Hall. Following runs at La MaMa and London’s Marylebone Theatre, the play will now run through May 3. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Extended Off-Broadway at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Seagull: True Story has extended its run Off-Broadway at The Public Theater's LuEsther Hall. The production is created and directed by Alexander Molochnikov, and is now running through early May.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Seagull: True Story has extended its run Off-Broadway at The Public Theater's LuEsther Hall. The production is created and directed by Alexander Molochnikov, and is now running through early May.
Gus Birney and More Will Lead the Cast of SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
The full cast has been announced for SEAGULL: TRUE STORY, which will begin performances off-Broadway next month. Learn more about the cast, led by Gus Birney!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
The full cast has been announced for SEAGULL: TRUE STORY, which will begin performances off-Broadway next month. Learn more about the cast, led by Gus Birney!
Review: SEAGULL: TRUE STORY, Marylebone Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Sep 10, 2025
Putin, Chekhov, Trump, art, principles, punishment, love, hate and that iconic, topless-on-a-horse photo of Mad Vlad. And much, much, more.
by Gary Naylor - Sep 10, 2025
Putin, Chekhov, Trump, art, principles, punishment, love, hate and that iconic, topless-on-a-horse photo of Mad Vlad. And much, much, more.
2025 Lucille Lortel Awards- Full Winners List
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2025
The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out updates from the ceremony here!
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2025
The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out updates from the ceremony here!
DRAG: THE MUSICAL, OUR CLASS, THREE HOUSES Lead 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2025
Nominations for the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were just announced. Check out the full list of nominees here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2025
Nominations for the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were just announced. Check out the full list of nominees here!
SEAGULL: TRUE STORY by Alexander Molochnikov is Coming to La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025
La MaMa, in association with MART Foundation & En Garde Arts, will present the world premiere of Seagull: True Story by rising star, Russian director Alexander Molochnikov. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025
La MaMa, in association with MART Foundation & En Garde Arts, will present the world premiere of Seagull: True Story by rising star, Russian director Alexander Molochnikov. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For HENRY IV at Theatre For a New Audience
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Henry IV will open at Theatre For a New Audience this month. Learn more about the show and the full cast for the production and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Henry IV will open at Theatre For a New Audience this month. Learn more about the show and the full cast for the production and find out how to get tickets here!
Photos: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE At Classic Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak (Our Class; The Orchard), opens tonight, Monday, November 25 for a limited engagement at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater, Classic Stage Company (136 East 13th Street). Check out photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak (Our Class; The Orchard), opens tonight, Monday, November 25 for a limited engagement at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater, Classic Stage Company (136 East 13th Street). Check out photos from the production.
Photos: In Rehearsals for THE MERCHANT OF VENICE with Richard Topol, T.R. Knight & Alexandra Silber
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 13, 2024
The cast and creative team of The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak, are getting ready for performances at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater. Check out photos from inside rehearsals!
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 13, 2024
The cast and creative team of The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak, are getting ready for performances at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater. Check out photos from inside rehearsals!
T.R. Knight Joins THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024
Further details and additional cast members have been revealed for The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak, beginning performances at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater, Classic Stage Company. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024
Further details and additional cast members have been revealed for The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak, beginning performances at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater, Classic Stage Company. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: OUR CLASS Opens at Classic Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2024
After its sold-out run at Brooklyn Academy of Music in winter 2024, the off-Broadway production Our Class, by Polish playwright Tadeusz Slobodzianek, and helmed by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, is now playing. Check out photos from opening night here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2024
After its sold-out run at Brooklyn Academy of Music in winter 2024, the off-Broadway production Our Class, by Polish playwright Tadeusz Slobodzianek, and helmed by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, is now playing. Check out photos from opening night here!
OUR CLASS Begins Performances At Classic Stage Company This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2024
After its sold-out run at Brooklyn Academy of Music in winter 2024, the off-Broadway production Our Class, by Polish playwright Tadeusz Slobodzianek, and helmed by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, begins performances this week. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2024
After its sold-out run at Brooklyn Academy of Music in winter 2024, the off-Broadway production Our Class, by Polish playwright Tadeusz Slobodzianek, and helmed by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, begins performances this week. Learn how to purchase tickets.
OUR CLASS MERCHANT OF VENICE To Run At CSC As Part Of 'Arlekin In Residence At Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2024
Classic Stage Company will present the run of OUR CLASS and THE MERCHANT OF VENICE as part of the 'Arlekin in Residence' program. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2024
Classic Stage Company will present the run of OUR CLASS and THE MERCHANT OF VENICE as part of the 'Arlekin in Residence' program. Learn how to purchase tickets.
OUR CLASS and MERCHANT OF VENICE to Run at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
Catch the performances of OUR CLASS and MERCHANT OF VENICE at the Classic Stage Company as part of the Arlekin in Residence program. Learn more and see how to watch.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
Catch the performances of OUR CLASS and MERCHANT OF VENICE at the Classic Stage Company as part of the Arlekin in Residence program. Learn more and see how to watch.
OUR CLASS Enters Final Week of Performances at Brooklyn Academy Of Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024
New Yorkers have only one more week to see Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024
New Yorkers have only one more week to see Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Learn how to purchase tickets!
OUR CLASS Extended Through February 11 At Brooklyn Academy Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2024
'Our Class' extends its run at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher Fishman Space until February 11. Don't miss this captivating production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2024
'Our Class' extends its run at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher Fishman Space until February 11. Don't miss this captivating production.
Photos: First Look at OUR CLASS at Brooklyn Academy of Music
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024
All new production photos have been released from Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher (Fishman Space) for its New York premiere. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024
All new production photos have been released from Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher (Fishman Space) for its New York premiere. Check out the photos here!
BEDLAM's ARCADIA Extended Through December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023
Due to popular demand, BEDLAM's critically acclaimed production of Tom Stoppard's ARCADIA is extending its run at the West End Theater. Don't miss this captivating play exploring truth, time, and the influence of sex.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023
Due to popular demand, BEDLAM's critically acclaimed production of Tom Stoppard's ARCADIA is extending its run at the West End Theater. Don't miss this captivating play exploring truth, time, and the influence of sex.
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