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Atlantic Theater Company just announced casting for the world premiere musical The Band's Visit, directed by Lortel and Obie Award winner David Cromer and featuring a book by Drama Desk Award nominee Itamar Moses, an original score by three-time Tony Award nominee David Yazbek and choreography by Lee Sher.

The Band's Visit will feature George Abud (The Visit), Bill Army (Act One), Tony Award nominee John Cariani (Something Rotten!), Katrina Lenk (Broadway's Once), Erik Liberman (LoveMusik), Andrew Polk ("House of Cards"), Rachel Prather (Once National Tour), Jonathan Raviv (The Ragged Claws), Sharone Sayegh (Mamma Mia!), Kristen Sieh (Men on Boats), Tony Award nominee Tony Shalhoub (Act One, "Monk") and Alok Tewari (Awake and Sing!). Additional casting to be announced.

The Band's Visit will begin previews Friday, November 11, officially open Thursday, December 8, and play a limited engagement through Sunday, December 18, 2016, Off Broadway at Atlantic Theater Company's Linda Gross Theater (336 West 20 Street).

An Egyptian Police Band arrives in Israel to play a concert. After a mix up at the border, they are sent to a remote village in the middle of the desert. With no bus until morning and no hotel in sight, these unlikely travelers are taken in by the locals. Under the spell of the desert sky, their lives become intertwined in the most unexpected ways. A new musical based on the critically acclaimed screenplay which received 36 major international awards.

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George Abud, an Arab-American actor, received a Daytime Emmy Award for his performance in the Broadway production of *The Band’s Visit*, where he starred alongside Katrina Lenk and Tony Shalhoub. more...

Bill Army, who showcased his talent in the Broadway production of The Band's Visit, also performed in its Off-Broadway run at The Atlantic Theater Company. more...

John Cariani, known for his Tony-nominated performance as Motel the Tailor in the 2004 Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof, brought his versatile talents to the stage in The Band's Visit, showcasing his extensive experience in both theater and television. more...

Katrina Lenk, who originated the role of "Dina" in Atlantic Theater Company's Off-Broadway production of The Band's Visit—a performance that earned her the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Actress in a Musical—has an impressive Broadway resume including shows like Company, Indecent, and Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark. more...

Erik Liberman, a versatile actor celebrated for his role in The Band's Visit alongside Tony Shalhoub, has a rich history of originating roles both on and off Broadway, including notable performances in War Paint with Patti LuPone and LoveMusik by Harold Prince and Alfred Uhry. more...

Andrew Polk, who starred in the Atlantic Theatre Company's production of The Band's Visit, has an extensive career that includes a Drama Desk nomination for his work with The New Group and notable roles in TV series such as "House of Cards" and "The Punisher." more...

Rachel Prather, who played Julia/Ticket Girl in the Off-Broadway production of The Band's Visit, has also showcased her versatility in national tours of Once and Peter and the Starcatcher, and has a rich background in regional theater and a degree from the Boston Conservatory. more...

Sharone Sayegh originated the role of Anna in the Broadway production of The Band’s Visit, having also played the character during its world premiere at the Atlantic Theater Company. more...

Tony Shalhoub, who won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance as Tewfiq Zakaria in The Band's Visit in 2018, has had a distinguished career across television, film, and stage, including his acclaimed roles in Wings, Monk, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. more...

Kristen Sieh, a versatile performer with an extensive background in theater and television, brought her unique talents to The Band's Visit, having previously captivated audiences in productions such as Fortress of Solitude at The Public Theater and Viola in Twelfth Night with Pig Iron. more...

Ari'el Stachel, who won a Tony Award for his role in The Band's Visit after auditioning seven times over nine months, later became a recurring cast member on Law & Order: SVU and was set to star in The Public Theater's musical adaptation of The Visitor before departing the production. more...

Daniel David Stewart, a versatile actor with a rich background in theatre, television, and film, brought his extensive experience to the cast of The Band's Visit, showcasing his talent in a production that captivated audiences more...

Alok Tewari, who has an extensive theater background including a notable performance in "The Band's Visit" at the Atlantic Theater Company, has also appeared in numerous television series such as "Homeland" and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." more...

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Awards and Nominations


2017 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Ari'el Stachel was nominated but did not win.

2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Tony Shalhoub was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Katrina Lenk was nominated but did not win.

2017 The Lortels
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Ari'el Stachel was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical: Katrina Lenk won.

The Band's Visit FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Overture
Waiting
Welcome to Nowhere
It Is What It Is
The Beat of Your Heart
Soraya
Omar Sharif
Haj-Butrus
Papi Hears The Ocean
Haled's Song About Love
The Park
Itgara'a
Something Different
Itzik's Lullaby
Something Different (Reprise)
Answer Me
The Concert

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