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The Originalist

First Preview: Jul 10, 2018
Opening Date: Jul 14, 2018
Closing Date: Aug 19, 2018
Running Time: 01:45
The Originalist

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Playing @
59E59 Theaters
59 East 59th Street, New York City, NY 10022
Four-time Helen Hayes Award winner Edward Gero portrays Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, offering audiences the opportunity to see his "lively performance" (Washington Post).

When a bright, liberal, Harvard Law School graduate embarks on a nerve-wracking clerkship with the conservative Justice, she discovers him to be both an infuriating sparring partner and an unexpected mentor. How will their relationship affect one of the most incendiary cases ever to reach the nation's highest court? 
Off BroadwayPlay - Drama
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 16

Performance Schedule

TUESDAY thru SATURDAY @ 7 PM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY @ 2 PM


Written By
  • John Strand

Director
  • Molly Smith

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Full-price tickets:

$35.00 - $70.00

Lottery & Rush

When available, Student Rush tickets are offered in-person at the box office beginning at one hour prior to show time. Present a current high school, college, university, or International student ID at the Box Office to purchase tickets for $10 - $20 each, depending on the show. All Student Rush tickets are subject to availability and may not be offered for all performances.

Accessibility

  • Box Office

    Box Office windows are wheelchair accessible
  • Parking

    60th St (Park & Lexington Ave); 58th St (Park and Lexington Ave)
  • Curb Ramps

    Yes
  • Restroom

    One floor down from lobby, available via elevator. Wheelchair-accessible stall, sink, and paper towel dispenser
  • Seating

    Theater A (200 seats); Theater B (100 seats); Theater C (50 seats)
  • Elevator/Escalator

    Elevator.
  • Telephone

    None on premises
  • Entrance

    The entrance is street level. No steps
  • Visual Assistance

    Low vision seating available upon request
  • Folding Armrests

    Chairs with no armrests (free standing) available
  • Assisted Listening System

    Audio Listening Devices with an included headset. Pick up at the front desk by the box office,
  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair seating available.
  • Water Fountain

    Lower level accessible via elevator

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