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Public Theater
425 Lafayette Street (between Astor Place & 4th St) New York, NY 10003
based on the play Der Besuch der alten Dame (The Visit) by Friedrich Dürrenmatt

Claire was driven from her hometown in disgrace when she was 17, betrayed by her lover. Many years (and seven husbands) later, she returns (beautifully dressed, but with a wooden leg) to her now-impoverished stomping grounds and offers to save the town. The price? Nothing less than the life of Schell.

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Interview: Jaiden Leo Riley On Making His Professional Leading Man Debut as Edward Lewis in PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at Clear Space Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Jul 17, 2026


Jaiden Leo Riley discusses making his professional leading man debut as Edward Lewis in PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at Clear Space Theatre Company, running July 1 through August 25, 2026 in Rehoboth Beach.

Headliners Revealed for The New York Comedy Festival 2026: Ilana Glazer, Sarah Sherman & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 13, 2026


The 2026 headliners for The New York Comedy Festival include Ben Bankas, Mojo Brookzz, Comic Relief x The Moth, Dropout, Adam Friedland, Gayme Show! Starring Matt Rogers and Dave Mizzoni, Ilana Glazer, Jess Hilarious, Jordan Jensen, Jordan Klepper, Marc Maron, Joanne McNally, Ms. Pat, Sarah Sherman & Patti Harrison, Daniel Sloss, Ziwe and more.

Review: Viciously Funny MEAN GIRLS AT Rules Toby's In Columbia
by Cybele Pomeroy - Jul 11, 2026


MEAN GIRLS at Toby’s in Columbia is a popcorny treat with juicy musical numbers. Enjoy climate-controlled family-friendly live entertainment and a great meal with wonderful service, provided primarily by the show's actors. Through August 23, 2026.

Gil Shaham Joins Orchestra of St. Luke's for Caramoor's 2026 Summer Season Finale
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026


Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts will conclude its 2026 Summer Season on August 2 with the Orchestra of St. Luke's under the baton of Xian Zhang and violinist Gil Shaham, who returns to the festival for the first time in a decade to perform Barber's Violin Concerto.

Randy Travis to Release His First Album of Original Music in Over 18 Years
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2026


Country artist Randy Travis will release his first album of original music in over 18 years. The album is a collection of lost songs from throughout Travis's career, which have been assembled, remixed, and remastered by longtime producer Kyle Lehning.

O.A.R. to Bring Three Decades Tour to BayCare Sound With Gavin DeGraw & KT Tunstall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026


O.A.R. announced the Three Decades Tour, with a stop at The BayCare Sound in Clearwater featuring special guests Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall. The show was previously scheduled at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa.

THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST Returning to Theaters with Sneak Peek of Long-Awaited Sequel
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 1, 2026


The Passion of the Christ, the 2004 film from Academy Award-winning filmmaker Mel Gibson, is returning to theaters. Newly remastered in stunning 4K with Dolby Atmos sound, the blockbuster will return to the big screen September 10–17.

LIMEHOF to Award $10,000 in Music Scholarships to Long Island High School Seniors
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026


The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame awarded $10,000 in scholarships to ten graduating high school seniors across Long Island, with an additional Pat DeRosa Memorial Scholarship presented for the fourth consecutive year.

Interview: Director Stafford Arima and A BEAT OF OUR OWN at McCarter Theatre
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 1, 2026


The show is directed by Olivier Award nominee Stafford Arima and features choreography from Rujuta Vaidya, music and lyrics by Sam Willmott, and a book by Rehana Lew Mirza and Mike Lew,

Interview: Houses on the Moon Celebrates 25 Years of Amplifying Urgent Stories
by David Clarke - Jun 26, 2026


Houses on the Moon creates theater from lived experience, community collaboration, and social impact. Co-Founder and Artistic Director Emily Joy Weiner and Managing Director Meghan Dunne discuss 25 years of mission-driven theater, and what's next.

BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Reveals Four Boys to Play Title Role in West End Return
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026


Noah Mannion, Rafferty Smale, Spencer Collins, and William Gurney will share the title role in Billy Elliot the Musical's national tour and limited West End season, with original Olivier Award-winning Billy, Liam Mower, returning as 'Older Billy.'

Interview: Annika Low of MARY POPPINS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Jun 22, 2026


Annika Low portrays Mary Poppins at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre June 26-August 8!

Review: NE-YO and AKON Launch Their North American Tour With a Sold-Out Show in Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - Jun 21, 2026


For anyone who grew up in the 2000s, the music of Ne-Yo and Akon formed part of the soundtrack to an entire generation. On June 17, the two hitmakers brought their co-headlining NIGHTS LIKE THIS tour to Rogers Arena, launching the North American leg of the 57-city world tour in Vancouver, BC. Built around nostalgia and packed with songs that dominated radio, clubs, and playlists throughout the mid-2000s, NIGHTS LIKE THIS reunited two artists whose catalogs have remained staples for more than two decades. Throughout the evening, Ne-Yo and Akon traded the spotlight while revisiting the hits that helped establish them as two of the most recognizable voices of their generation. 

ANNIE to Make Fall/Holiday Debut at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026


Chanhassen Dinner Theatres announced casting for its upcoming fall and holiday main stage production, set to run at the Minnesota venue located at 501 West 78th Street in Chanhassen.

THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND to Be Presented by theAcademy@pbd at Palm Beach Dramaworks
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026


theAcademy@pbd will present THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND, the Kander and Ebb revue, at Palm Beach Dramaworks in West Palm Beach, featuring five student performers and original choreography reproduced by Director of Education Gary Cadwallader.

Review: THE OLDEST PROFESSION at Hanover Little Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Jun 14, 2026


Often billed as a comedy, this play contains a wealth of witty dialogue, but is, at its heart, a poignant exploration of the resilience of these women and their relationships with one another. HLT has created a touching, beautiful production.

RENT, CABARET, LA BOHÈME, and More Set For The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026


The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music announced its 2026-27 performance schedule, featuring 15 concerts and stage productions including LA BOHÈME, RENT, and CABARET, with tickets on sale now.

SEASON ONE at The Terminal Theatre to Feature 11 Works From 9 Companies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026


The Toronto Stage Company has revealed Season One at The Terminal Theatre, its first complete season at the former Fleck Dance Theatre. The lineup includes 145+ performances spanning dance, opera, and theatre.

Milica Govich Retires After 22 Years at Oakland University Theatre Program
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026


Actress and special lecturer Milica Govich is retiring from Oakland University's School of Music, Theatre and Dance after 22 years, leaving a legacy in Acting for the Camera education and student mentorship.

Eric Carle Museum to Open Jerry Pinkney Retrospective Exhibition
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026


The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art will present 'Soul, Sound, and Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney,' a retrospective of over 75 works exploring music's influence on the late illustrator's career.

Who Will Win at the 2026 Tony Awards?
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 3, 2026


The 79th Annual Tony Awards are this Sunday, June 7, 2026. It's the biggest awards show of the Broadway season and it closes out a long awards season for Broadway and Off-Broadway musicals and plays. Which Best Musical and Best Play nominees will take home the ultimate prize?

Broadway League Honors J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton with Distinguished Lifetime Service Award
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026


J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton, President and CEO of Professional Facilities Management, received The Broadway League's Distinguished Lifetime Service Award at the Broadway League Awards Ceremony in New York City.

BEST IN TEN Festival to Return at Carpenter Square Theatre with Original Plays
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026


Carpenter Square Theatre announced BEST IN TEN, an annual fundraiser featuring staged readings of original ten-minute plays by Oklahoma playwrights, a silent auction, and honoree recognition.

Lake Tahoe Dance Collective to Present The 14th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026


Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present its 14th annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, Houston Ballet, and Broadway across multiple venues in North Lake Tahoe.

New Jersey Symphony to Close Season with Emanuel Ax and World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026


New Jersey Symphony will present its season finale concerts featuring pianist Emanuel Ax performing Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 22, Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique, and the world premiere of Allison Loggins-Hull's Doublespeak.

The Visit History

Other Productions of The Visit

1999   New York Reading
New York
2001   Broadway Original Broadway Production [Cancelled]
Broadway
2001   Chicago (Regional) World Premiere
Chicago (Regional)
2007   Arlington, VA (Regional) Signature Theatre Production
Arlington, VA (Regional)
2008   Arlington, VA (Regional) Kander & Ebb Celebration Production
Arlington, VA (Regional)
2014   Williamstown, MA (Regional) Williamstown Theatre Festival Production
Williamstown, MA (Regional)
2015   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway

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