Prayer for the French Republic
Ages: 14+
Prayer for the French Republic - 2022 Off-Broadway History , Info & More
n 1944, a Jewish couple in Paris desperately awaits news of their missing family. More than 70 years later, the couple’s great-grandchildren find themselves facing the same question as their ancestors: “Are we safe?” Following five generations of a French Jewish family, Prayer For The French Republic is a sweeping look at history, home, and the effects of an ancient hatred.
This powerful world premiere comes from acclaimed playwright Joshua Harmon (Bad Jews, Significant Other) and director David Cromer, a Tony Award winner for The Band’s Visit.
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MTC Announces Final Extension for PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 23, 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 23, 2022
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a final extension for Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. The world premiere will now play two additional weeks and must close Sunday, March 27 at New York City Center – Stage I.
PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Announces Extension
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 9, 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 9, 2022
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced that the world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will now play through Sunday, March 13, at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street).
Photos: Inside Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 3, 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 3, 2022
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. The production opened Tuesday, February 1 at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street).
VIDEO: First Look at the World Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 1, 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 1, 2022
Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, opens tonight, Tuesday, February 1, at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street).
Photos: First Look at PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at MTC Stage I
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 28, 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 28, 2022
Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, begins performances tonight.
PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at MTC Cancels Jan 11 & 12 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2022
The performances of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC scheduled for January 11th and 12th have been canceled to allow for additional technical rehearsals.
Prayer for the French Republic History
Other Productions of Prayer for the French Republic
| 2022 | Off-Broadway |
Off-Broadway |
| 2024 | Broadway |
Manhattan Theatre Club Original Broadway Production Broadway |
Prayer for the French Republic - 2022 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners will appear on a background
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play | Francis Benhamou |
| 2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play | Amith Chandrashaker |
| 2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Play | Joshua Harmon |
| 2022 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Play | Prayer For The French Republic |
| 2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Play | Betsy Aidem |
| 2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play | Francis Benhamou |
| 2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play | Nancy Robinette |
| 2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play | Prayer for the French Republic |
| 2021 | Theatre World Awards | Theatre World Awards | Yair Ben-Dor |
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