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The Portuguese Kid 2017

Run Time:
1 hour and 40 minutes
Ages: 14+
Opened: October 24, 2017
Closing: December 10, 2017

The Portuguese Kid - 2017 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

New York City Center
131 West 55th St. (between 6th and 7th Avenues) New York, NY 10019

In Providence, Rhode Island, habitually widowed Atlanta pays a visit to her second-rate lawyer Barry Dragonetti. Intending to settle her latest husband’s affairs, this larger-than-life Greek tightwad quickly becomes a nightmare for her cheesy, self-aggrandizing attorney. Add Barry’s impossible Croatian mother, a dash of current politics and a couple of opportunistic young lovers, and you have in hand a recipe for comic combustion.


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THE PORTUGUESE KID, Starring Jason Alexander, Extends Again Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - November 6, 2017


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a second extension week for its world premiere production of The Portuguese Kid, the new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street). The production will now play through Sunday, December 10.

BWW Review: Jason Alexander and Sherie Rene Scott as Would-Be Lovers in John Patrick Shanley's THE PORTUGUESE KID
by Michael Dale - October 31, 2017


If the spot-on hilarity of first scene of director/playwright John Patrick Shanley's THE PORTUGUESE KID could be replicated for the play's remaining three-quarters, this review would be happily exclaiming that New York has got a solid, old-school sexy romantic comedy in town.

Review Roundup: John Patrick Shanley's THE PORTUGUESE KID
by Nicole Rosky - October 25, 2017


The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, just opened last night at MTC at New York City Center- Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

Photo Coverage: Jason Alexander and Cast of THE PORTUGUESE KID Celebrate Opening Night
by Walter McBride - October 25, 2017


The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, opened last night, Tuesday, October 24, at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street). BroadwayWorld was there at the opening night celebration and brings you photos of the cast below!

THE PORTUGUESE KID, Starring Jason Alexander, Opens Tonight at Manhattan Theatre Club
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2017


Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, opens tonight October 24, at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

TV: Watch Highlights of Jason Alexander, Sherie Rene Scott & More in THE PORTUGUESE KID
by Nicole Rosky - October 20, 2017


The Portuguese Kid is now in previews ahead of an October 24, 2017 opening night at MTC at New York City Center Stage I (131 West 55th Street). Performances began on September 19. The show recently announced a one-week extension due to popular demand, and will now play through December 3.

Manhattan Theatre Club's THE PORTUGUESE KID Announces Extension Prior to World Premiere Opening
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017


Manhattan Theatre Club has just announced a one-week extension for its world premiere production of The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, currently in previews at MTC at New York City Center Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

VIDEO: Jason Alexander Explains How He Once Tee'd Off Stephen Sondheim
by Caryn Robbins - October 3, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, 'Hit the Road' star Jason Alexander recalled starring in Stephen Sondheim's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG and explained how he pissed off the legendary composer.

Photo Flash: First Look at Jason Alexander and More in THE PORTUGUESE KID at MTC
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017


The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, is currently in previews ahead of a Tuesday, October 24 opening night at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street). Performances began Tuesday, September 19. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

THE PORTUGUESE KID, Starring Jason Alexander, Starts Tomorrow at MTC
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2017


A friendy reminder that performances begin tomorrow Tuesday, September 19 for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley.

TV: What's John Patrick Shanley's THE PORTUGUESE KID All About? Jason Alexander & Company Explain!
by Nicole Rosky - September 6, 2017


Manhattan Theatre Club will soon present world premiere of The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, beginning previews September 19, 2017 ahead of an October 24, 2017 opening night at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

Photo Coverage: Meet the Company of John Patrick Shanley's THE PORTUGUESE KID at MTC
by Jennifer Broski - September 6, 2017


Manhattan Theatre Club will soon present world premiere of The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, appearing as part of MTC's upcoming 2017-2018 season.

Sherie Rene Scott, Mary Testa Join Jason Alexander in John Patrick Shanley's THE PORTUGUESE KID at MTC
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce additional casting for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, appearing as part of MTC's upcoming 2017-2018 season.

The Portuguese Kid History

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2017   Off-Broadway Manhattan Theatre Club Original Off-Broadway Production
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