Inspired by a true story, the play follows the trail of a young black con man, Paul, who insinuates himself into the lives of a wealthy New York couple, Ouisa and Flan Kittredge, saying he knows their son at college.
Producer Stuart Thompson announced that John Guare's critically acclaimed play Six Degrees of Separation will return to Broadway in a revival starring seven-time Emmy Award winner Allison Janney ("Mom," The Girl on the Train) as Ouisa and Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey (The Normal Heart, "Manhattan") as Flan.
Trip Cullman (Significant Other, Punk Rock) will direct the production, which is set to open at the Barrymore Theatre in April 2017 and will run for 15 weeks only.
Jim Bracchitta, known for his extensive work on Broadway including productions like "Gypsy" alongside Tyne Daly and Patti Lupone, brought his seasoned talent to the cast of "Six Degrees of Separation," adding depth with his rich theatrical and television background. more...
Tony Carlin, who has an extensive Broadway resume including "The Lehman Trilogy" and "Spring Awakening," was also part of the cast in "Six Degrees of Separation." more...
Michael Countryman, who has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in Wit and Mary Stuart, brought his seasoned talent to the cast of Six Degrees of Separation, adding depth to the production with his rich history of stage and screen performances. more...
James Cusati-Moyer, who starred in the Broadway production of Six Degrees of Separation directed by Trip Cullman, has an extensive background in both stage and screen, including notable performances in Off-Broadway's Slave Play and the world premiere of Fire and Air. more...
Ned Eisenberg, known for his diverse roles on Broadway and Off-Broadway, brought his talent to the Williamstown production of "Six Degrees of Separation," adding to his impressive repertoire that includes performances in "Rocky" and "Golden Boy." more...
Lisa Emery, known for her extensive work on both Broadway and Off-Broadway, brought her remarkable talent to the cast of "Six Degrees of Separation," adding to her impressive resume which includes notable performances in productions like "Present Laughter" and "Burn This." more...
Corey Hawkins, a Tony Award nominee for his 2017 performance in John Guare’s Six Degrees of Separation, has established a remarkable career on both stage and screen, including his Broadway debut in Romeo and Juliet and his acclaimed role as Macduff in Joel Coen’s The Tragedy of Macbeth. more...
John Benjamin Hickey, who won a Tony Award for his performance in The Normal Heart, showcased his versatility on stage in "Six Degrees of Separation." more...
Allison Janney, known for her Emmy-winning roles in "Mom" and "The West Wing," showcased her exceptional talent in "Six Degrees of Separation," adding to her illustrious career that spans both stage and screen. more...
Keenan Jolliff made his Broadway debut in Six Degrees of Separation, following notable roles in Danny Strong's Rebel in the Rye and Joel David Moore's Youth in Oregon, as well as appearances in Netflix's "Daredevil" and "The Get Down." more...
Peter Mark Kendall, known for his extensive work on and off-Broadway including "The Rose Tattoo" and "The Harvest," brought his diverse acting experience to "Six Degrees of Separation," enriching the show with his background in theater, film, and television. more...
Cody Kostro made his Broadway debut in Six Degrees of Separation, following notable performances in Dead Poets Society at Classic Stage Company and other esteemed theater roles. more...
Sarah Mezzanotte, who graced the Broadway stage in "Six Degrees of Separation," has an impressive theatre background including award-winning performances in "The Wolves" and the world premiere of "Dry Land." more...
Colby Minifie, known for her Broadway roles in "Long Day's Journey Into Night" and "The Pillowman," brought her extensive stage experience to "Six Degrees of Separation." more...
Paul O'Brien, known for his extensive work on Broadway in productions like *The Importance of Being Earnest* and *King Lear*, as well as Off-Broadway in *The Weir* and *Hamlet*, brought his seasoned talent to the cast of *Six Degrees of Separation* more...
Chris Perfetti, known for his role in the Broadway production of Six Degrees of Separation, has an impressive resume that includes both stage and screen, with notable performances in Picnic and various Off-Broadway productions, as well as appearances in TV series like "The Night Of" and "Looking." more...
Ned Riseley, making his Broadway debut in "Six Degrees of Separation," has previously showcased his talent in regional productions such as "Poster Boy" and "Unknown Soldier" at Williamstown, and is also known for his comedy duo "Friends Who Folk," featured in The New Yorker and Glamour. more...
Michael Siberry, known for his extensive theatre work including notable performances in "Man and Boy" and "Mrs. Warren's Profession" with the Roundabout Theatre, was part of the cast of "Six Degrees of Separation," showcasing his versatile talent in a production that captivated audiences more...
Awards and Nominations
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Play: Allison Janney was nominated but did not win.
2017 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Corey Hawkins was nominated but did not win.
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