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The Bench

Run Time:
One hour and five minutes
Ages: 16+
Closing: April 13, 2018

The Bench - 2018 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Based on true stories, The Bench, set in urban decay and rubble, explores the emotional heartbreak of five homeless characters and the catastrophic hysteria surrounding AIDs in the 1980's. The sparse set is accented with hand-drawn imagery, from Daphne Arthur's graphic novel adaptation of the play, and audio design is by world re-known composer and multi-instrumentalist Deep Singh. It's a unique and fresh solo theatre piece wherein one actor plays five characters, written in dialogue form, not traditional 'monologue black out, monologue black out' traditional solo theatre form.


The Bench - 2018 - Off-Broadway Cast

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PRIDEFEST 2026 to Showcase New Queer Works at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026


The Tank NYC announced the lineup for PRIDEFEST 2026, an annual festival of new performances by queer artists curated by Max Mooney, featuring theater, comedy, puppetry, storytelling, and music at The Tank in New York City.

Avalon Reveals Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Theatre Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026


Avalon announced its Edinburgh Festival Fringe theatre programme, featuring Bryony Kimmings' BOG WITCH, Flo & Joan's ONE MAN MUSICAL, and the UK debut of new musical THE REAL KYLE McCARREN.

A Psychological Duel in Asbury Park: de Rogatis and LeBlanc Take on Albee
by Team BWW - Jan 2, 2026


This January, the Jersey Shore Arts Center will become the staging ground for a masterclass in psychological warfare. Under the sharp, unflinching direction of Theo Devaney, Edward Albee’s seminal masterpiece, At Home at the Zoo, finds new life in a production that promises to be as visceral as it is intellectual. At the heart of this revival are two powerhouses of the craft: three-time Emmy winner and daytime icon Christian Jules LeBlanc and acclaimed Off-Broadway actor and Ruth Stage Chairman Matt de Rogatis.

AFOOT: WHISPER WALK Comes to Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2025


Whisper Walk is partly inspired by the Japanese Kaze no Denwa (“wind phone”) and explores how memories are deeply connected to a seemingly ordinary place. Learn more here!

Sadler's Wells Reveals Sadé and Kristina Alleyne as Guest Artistic Directors of National Youth Dance Company
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025


Sadé and Kristina Alleyne, Co-Artistic Directors of the award-winning Alleyne Dance have been appointed as the next Guest Artistic Directors of National Youth Dance Company (NYDC) for 2025/26.

Review: FLIGHT at Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - May 9, 2025


A production to remember.

Florida Repertory Theatre's PlayLab Festival of New Works Set for May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025


Florida Repertory Theatre's PlayLab Festival of New Works will take place in the Historic Arcade Theatre. The 2025 PlayLab lineup includes five plays. See the lineup and learn how to take part.

Jacob's Pillow Reveals Opening Week of Doris Duke Theatre and Full Event Schedule for Festival 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025


Tickets are now on sale for the Jacob's Pillow's full schedule of programming at this summer’s 93rd annual Dance Festival. Learn more about the upcoming events and see how to attend.

Review: WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION at ICT Rep
by John Dalton-White - Mar 31, 2025


When you mention playwright and novelist Dame Agatha Christie to the average theatre audience member, they quickly come to mental images of her classics The Mousetrap, Ten Little Indians (now titled And Then There Were None), or The Unexpected Guest.  But Christie’s courtroom drama, Witness for the Prosecution, is one of the Queen of Crime’s finest, and ICT Rep is summoning Wichita audiences to the historic Sedgwick County Courthouse this last weekend and next to see how this drama unfolds.

HEISENBERG, A Queer Reimagining Of Simon Stephens, Comes to Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025


Reimagining Simon Stephens' 2015 play a decade later, Katharine Farmer's new direction of Heisenberg reinterprets the story of identity and loneliness as a queer female relationship.

Full Cast Set For BACKSTROKE At The Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025


The full company has been set for the world premiere of Anna Mackmin's new play, Backstroke – joining the previously announced Tamsin Greig and Celia Imrie are Lucy Briers, Anita Reynolds and Georgina Rich.

Valley Re-Release Debut Album 'MAYBE' on Vinyl for 5-Year Anniversary
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 27, 2024


Valley have officially re-released their debut album MAYBE on vinyl marking its 5-year anniversary. This special edition comes as a double gatefold clear vinyl LP featuring new artwork and eight bonus tracks.

Feature: Philip Fortenberry to Perform Sixty Years on the Bench on Nov 15.
by Debbie Hall - Nov 11, 2024


Renowned pianist, composer, and musician Philip Fortenberry will bring his masterful piano playing, exciting storytelling, and beautiful music in Sixty Years on the Bench. The one-night-only solo concert will be held in the space in Community Lutheran Church on Nov 15.

Video: Yeat Unveils Official Music Video for GO2WORK (Feat. Summrs)
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2024


Yeat has unveiled the official music video for “GO2WORK” featuring Summrs, from his fifth LP LYFESTYLE, out now. Watch the new video!

Pa'lante Theater Company Unveils New Artistic Director, New Theater And New Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2024


Pa'lante Theater Company has announced a new artistic director, a new theater location, and an upcoming season lineup

All-Woman Production SHE PERSISTED Comes to  Adventure Theatre MTC
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2024


 Adventure Theatre MTC will bring to the stage She Persisted, led by the all-female team, Mary Hall Surface, Music Directed and Composed by Deborah Wicks LaPuma, and choreographed by Ashleigh King.

SUM Poetry Returns to Towne Street Theater This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024


Towne Street Theatre will bring back SUM Poetry by popular demand on Saturday, July 27th at 8pm at the Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre Los Angeles in Hollywood.

The Sebastians Recreate Versailles String Orchestra For Works By Lully, Corelli, and Muffat
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024


On Saturday, May 11, at 5PM at The Sanctuary of Brick Presbyterian Church, the Sebastians will present The 24 Violins Cross the Alps.

​​​​​​The Sebastians Recreate Versailles String Orchestra For Works By Lully, Corelli, And Muffat In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024


Join THE SEBASTIANS as they recreate the opulence of Versailles' famed orchestra, Les Vingt-quatre Violons du Roy, in their concert 'The 24 Violins Cross the Alps'. Enjoy works by Lully, Corelli, and Muffat on May 11 at The Sanctuary of Brick Presbyterian Church.

New York Based Director and Palmetto High Alumni Will Premiere at Miami Film Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


Adios Abuelita, Director Anthony Romaguera’s second short film, follows a young Cuban-American man coming to terms with the fact that he is the broken link in a cultural chain while sending his Abuela's ashes out to sea in Miami Beach.

Exclusive: Woods, Abraham, & Hill Make Their Mark in the 'HAMILTON Universe'
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Mar 31, 2024


He started as a standby when he joined the 'Hamilton Universe' in 2018. In Puerto Rico, Darnell Abraham debuted as George Washington for a limited historic run, with Lin-Manuel Miranda reprising his role as Alexander Hamilton. As excited as he was, Abraham became full-time when he took over the role a few months later and has been doing it ever since.

Cast Set For ROUTE 66 at Actors Theatre of Indiana
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2024


Actors Theatre of Indiana has announced the cast for the upcoming production of Route 66 which will be performed February 2 -18 at the Studio Theater at The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, IN. ATI co-founder Cynthia Collins will direct and choreograph the musical.

Phoenix Theatre Ensemble Presents CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, January 19- 28
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2023


Phoenix Theatre Ensemble presents 'Crime and Punishment' at A.R.T./New York Theatres from January 19-28. This production was a standout at the 2023 Phoenix Live Arts Festival in Nyack.

THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW And More Take Home 2023 Daytime Emmy Awards; See the Full Winner's List!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2023


See the full list of winners for the 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, recognizing outstanding achievement in all fields of daytime television production.

The Music Center Announces Full Fall Season with Dance, and Music, Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023


On the heels of a sizzling summer, The Music Center and its TMC Arts programming division, its resident company campus partners (Center Theatre Group, LA Opera, LA Phil and the Los Angeles Master Chorale) and Gloria Molina Grand Park are ready to embrace the fall season with an abundance of exciting and unique experiences for all Angelenos and visitors.

The Bench History

Other Productions of The Bench

1968   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
2017   Off-Broadway Cherry Lane Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2018   Off-Broadway East Village Playhouse Production
Off-Broadway

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