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Life Sucks.

First Preview: Jun 4, 2019
Opening Date: Jun 4, 2019
Closing Date: Sep 1, 2019
Running Time: 02:15
Life Sucks.

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Playing @
Theatre Row - Theatre Three
410 West 42nd Street, New York City, NY 10036
Wheelhouse Theater’s (Happy Birthday, Wanda June) critically acclaimed and Drama Desk nominated production of Aaron Posner’s explosive new play transfers to Theatre Row.

It’s Chekhov without the birch trees.

After taking aim at The Seagull with his “explosive” Stupid F*cking Bird, Aaron Posner is back with an irreverent contemporary remix of Uncle Vanya.  Egos clash, hearts hunger, and souls cry out for meaning in this raw and hilarious reimagining of Chekhov’s timeless classic.

Life staggers. Life confounds. Life is beautiful. And Life Sucks.

"Bitingly funny and unexpectedly Touching"  --  The New York Times (Critic’s Pick)
Off BroadwayPlay - ComedyPlay - Drama
Show Notes: 1 Intermission
Age Guidance: 16
Audience Advisory: Adult content & language. The Acorn is Handicap Accessible.

Performance Schedule

TUESDAY @ 7 PM
WEDNESDAY thru SATURDAY @ 8 PM
WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY @ 2 PM
SUNDAY @ 3 PM


Written By
  • Aaron Posner

Director
  • Jeff Wise

TDF Tickets Offers:

TDF Member tickets:

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Full-price tickets:

$61.25 - $81.25

Lottery & Rush

$29 - a limited amount of general rush tickets will be available for purchase at the box office.  Rush tickets are subject to availability and can be purchased with cash or credit card. There is a limit of two rush tickets per person, and rush seating locations will be determined by the Box Office. 

Accessibility

  • Box Office

    The box office is street level and wheelchair accessible.
  • Curb Ramps

    There are curb ramps on 9th Ave. or Dyer Ave.
  • Restroom

    Wheelchair accessible. On second floor lounge and on C level – (lower level)
  • Elevator/Escalator

    Elevator to all floors
  • Telephone

    None on premises
  • Entrance

    Theatre Three is located on the third floor of the Theater Row complex, and is accessible by elevator. The building entrance is street level.
  • Visual Assistance

    None available
  • Folding Armrests

    Fixed armrests.
  • Water Fountain

    The fountain is wheelchair accessible. Lower level
  • Assisted Listening System

    Available at the bar on the second floor. A photo ID is required to hold as a deposit.
  • Wheelchair Info

    There is a designated area where there are removable seats
  • Parking

    Theatre Three uses ParkWhiz - https://www.parkwhiz.com/theatre-row-parking/

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