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August Wilson Theatre (Broadway)
245 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019
The legendary true crime story that captivated audiences in the acclaimed film is now a live, pulse-pounding Broadway event.
Step back into the sweltering summer of 1972, New York City—a time when the Vietnam War looms large, Watergate headlines flood the news, and one man’s desperate act captivates the nation. Emmy Award winner Jon Bernthal (“The Odyssey,” “The Bear”) and two-time Emmy Award winner Ebon Moss-Bachrach (“The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” “The Bear”) ignite the stage with grit, heart, and humor. Witness the gut-wrenching twist as it unfolds, immersing you in the unfiltered chaos of a man—and a city—on the edge.
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5 / 10
Guirgis also seems to assume everyone in the audience either knows the movie or has their brain turned off for the first act, since there’s no explanation until the second act for why the seemingly decent Sonny has turned to a life of crime. When it comes, it’s a doozy: the once-married Sonny is now gay and wants the money so his cross-dressing boyfriend Leon (Esteban Andres Cruz, making the most of his little stage time) can have transgender surgery. Sadly, Leon isn’t sure he wants the surgery – or a life with Sonny – and their brief phone call is quite heartbreaking.
‘Dog Day Afternoon:’ Not Your Father’s Take But That’s Not a Bad Thing
7 / 10
The show isn’t in any way perfect. Guirgis’s jokes don’t always land, and the treatment of the Security Guard character is ridiculous, even for a comedy. In addition, most of the bank staff, except for Colleen, have little nuance. And the FBI agent is just a cartoon. Also, the way the Sonny and Leon (Esteban Andres Cruz) story is handled will definitely divide people—especially those pesky woke watchdogs. I had no issue with it. But I do wish they’d been given a scene together instead of a phone call. So many liberties have already been taken with the real story, why not take a significant one and show us a true connection? All that said, it’s a hilarious and satisfying evening of theater—if you are willing to let it be its own thing.
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Dog Day Afternoon Broadway Awards and Nominations
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Drama League Awards | OUTSTANDING PRODUCTION OF A PLAY | Dog Day Afternoon |
| 2026 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play | Jessica Hecht |
| 2026 | Tony Awards | Best Costume Design of a Play | Brenda Abbandandolo |
| 2026 | Tony Awards | Best Lighting Design of a Play | Isabella Byrd |
| 2026 | Tony Awards | Best Lighting Design of a Play | Isabella Byrd |
| 2026 | Tony Awards | Best Scenic Design of a Play | David Korins |
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