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The Secret Life of Bees

First Preview: May 7, 2019
Opening Date: May 12, 2019
Closing Date: Jul 21, 2019
Running Time: 02:15
The Secret Life of Bees

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Playing @
Linda Gross Theater
336 West 20th Street, New York City, NY 10011
South Carolina, 1964. Lily Owens, a restless white teenager, struggles with her merciless father and the haunting memory of her mother's death. When Rosaleen, her black caregiver, is beaten and jailed for asserting her right to vote, Lily's rebellious spirit is ignited. She and Rosaleen escape on an adventure where they are taken in by a trio of black beekeeping sisters.

While Lily tries to unlock the secrets of her past, she and Rosaleen find solace in the mesmerizing world of bees and spirituality in this extraordinary tale of awakening, fellowship, and healing.

A world premiere musical from a powerhouse creative team that brought you some of the greatest works of the past three decades: Sweat, Spring Awakening, Working and Fun Home. 
Off BroadwayMusical
Show Notes: 1 Intermission
Age Guidance: 13

Performance Schedule

TUESDAY & SUNDAY @ 7:30 PM
WEDNESDAY thru SATURDAY @ 8 PM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY @ 2 PM


Written By
  • Based on the novel by Sue Monk Kidd

Music
  • Duncan Sheik

Lyrics
  • Susan Birkenhead

Book
  • Lynn Nottage

Director
  • Sam Gold

Choreography
  • Chris Walker

TDF Tickets Offers:

TDF Member tickets:

Not currently available for this show

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Full-price tickets:

$95.00 - $115.00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair patrons can be assisted via staff through a back door entrance. For information call (212) 691 - 5919.
  • Seating

    Wheelchair Seating: Row L, specifics vary from show to show / no steps • Accessing the Front Row (A): eleven wide steps, available railing
  • Elevator/Escalator

    Available from lobby to lower level (Benches, Bathrooms and Concessions)
  • Entrance

    Street to Lobby: ramp located past the gate to the right of the theatre / Doors to theatre are opened manually by patrons
  • Restroom

    Both Men’s & Women’s: lower level, available elevator / Wheelchair-accessible stall, sink, paper towel dispenser, and changing table
  • Water Fountain

    Lower level accessible via elevator
  • Telephone

    None on premises
  • Assisted Listening System

    Induction Loop System, receiver and headphones provided Ask the assistant house manager when scanning tickets; provide ID as collateral
  • Visual Assistance

    Low vision seating available upon request as available.
  • Parking

    Significant street parking available Lafayette Garage, 403 Lafayette St. .2 miles away, ramp, valet parking
  • Passenger Loading Zone

    Available drop off-zones in front of theatre
  • Box Office

    Lobby level; accessible
  • Curb Ramps

    None available

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