9 / 10
“Prima Facie” manages to be both political and commercially viable theater, a rare feat these days, and one achieved here through the quality of this gifted actor, the talent and craft of the writer and the rich layering of experiential tension in the direction.
8 / 10
Ms. Miller’s drama—the title is Latin legalese for “on the face of it”—arrives in New York trailing accolades, including Olivier Awards for best play and best actress, for its London run. High expectations can occasionally lead to disappointment, particularly as “Prima Facie” is opening in the fray of a busy Broadway spring season. Not so here. This urgent drama about the legal and emotional brutalities women often endure when they file charges of rape, particularly against a friend, lover or even husband, strikes home with scalding power.
James Bierman of Empire Street Productions, lead producer of Prima Facie on Broadway, has announced that the production has recouped its $4.1 million capitalization costs as of June 18, 2023 after 10 weeks of performances.
This afternoon, Jodie Comer, the Tony-nominated star of the one-woman drama Prima Facie, stopped by Sardi's for her official portrait unveiling! See exclusive photos from inside the celebration!
Jodie Comer stopped a performance of Prima Facie due to New York City’s bad air quality, telling the audience audience she was having difficulty breathing.
Jodie Comer has won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for PRIMA FACIE.
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Prima Facie director Justin Martin, as he discusses working with Jodie Comer, and more.
A special free performance of Prima Facie with understudy Dani Arlington going on as Tessa will take place on Friday May 26 at 2pm.
In this video, watch as Tony nominee Jodie Comer chats more about how the play is impacting audiences, the honor of this nomination, and so much more.
Cynthia Erivo will star in a film adaptation of Prima Facie. Prima Facie is currently playing on Broadway starring Jodie Comer.
Following rave reviews and an overwhelming response from Broadway audiences, Prima Facie will extend its limited run by two weeks. The production, originally scheduled to run through Sunday, June 18, 2023, will now run through Sunday, July 2, 2023 only at the Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street).
Jodie Comer (Emmy Award winner for 'Killing Eve') makes her Broadway debut in Prima Facie by Suzie Miller under the direction of Justin Martin (The Jungle). The play officially opened at the Golden Theater last night, Sunday, April 23. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out video footage from the red carpet here!
Jodie Comer (Emmy Award winner for 'Killing Eve') makes her Broadway debut in Prima Facie by Suzie Miller under the direction of Justin Martin (The Jungle). The play officially opened at the Golden Theater last night, Sunday, April 23. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Jodie Comer (Emmy Award winner for 'Killing Eve') makes her Broadway debut in Prima Facie by Suzie Miller under the direction of Justin Martin (The Jungle), opening at the Golden Theater tonight, Sunday, April 23. Read the reviews here!
Prima Facie opens on Broadway tonight, Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the Golden Theater (252 West 45th Street). Check out new production photos here!
Jodie Comer appeared on The Late Show With Stephan Colbert last night to discuss starring on Broadway in Prima Facie. On Sunday, Comer won an Olivier Award for playing the role on the West End before she takes it to Broadway this month. Watch the new interview video now!
Prima Facie officially begins previews tonight, April 11, ahead of opening on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the Golden Theatre. Read Jodie Comer's bio here!
The producers of Prima Facie announced that 10 tickets will be made available for $10 each at every performance via a weekly digital lottery. The $10 price point is inclusive of all fees.
Digital Lottery:
Price: $10
Where: primafacieplay.com/ticket-lottery
When: Beginning April 5, 2023, tickets priced at $10 for the following week's performances will be released every Wednesday.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Tickets are subject to availability.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Direction of a Play | Justin Martin |
| 2023 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Lead Performer in a Play | Jodie Comer |
| 2023 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Lighting Design | Natasha Chivers |
| 2023 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Play | Suzie Miller |
| 2023 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Scenic Design | Miriam Buether |
| 2023 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Sound Design of a Play | Ben Ringham |
| 2023 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play | Natasha Chivers |
| 2023 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Play | Suzie Miller |
| 2023 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Solo Performance | Jodie Comer |
| 2023 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Award | Jodie Comer |
| 2023 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Play | Prima Facie |
| 2023 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Solo Performance | Jodie Comer |
| 2023 | Theatre World Awards | Theatre World Awards | Jodie Comer |
| 2023 | Tony Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Play | Jodie Comer |
| 2023 | Tony Awards | Best Lighting Design of a Play | Natasha Chivers |
| 2023 | Tony Awards | Best Scenic Design of a Play | Miriam Buether |
| 2023 | Tony Awards | Best Sound Design of a Play | Ben & Max Ringham |
