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Kingfishers Catch Fire

First Preview: Aug 31, 2019
Opening Date: Sep 11, 2019
Closing Date: Oct 20, 2019
Running Time: 01:40
Kingfishers Catch Fire

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Playing @
Irish Repertory Theatre
132 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10011
It’s 1948 when Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty first visits the infamous Nazi Herbert Kappler in the Italian prison where Kappler is serving a life sentence for crimes against humanity.

During World War II, the men were adversaries; Kappler was the head of the Gestapo in German-occupied Rome, and Monsignor O’Flaherty was using the cover of Vatican neutrality to shelter and arrange for the escape of thousands of Allied servicemen and Jewish civilians. Kappler placed a bounty on O’Flaherty’s head, but O’Flaherty evaded capture, earning the nickname “The Scarlet Pimpernel of the Vatican.”

When these two men meet after the war, profound questions of responsibility and redemption rattle the cages. Based on a true story, Kingfishers Catch Fire examines morality and personal culpability for actions taken during a devastating war.
Off BroadwayPlay - Drama
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 15
Audience Advisory: Performance 9/22 at 7 pm

Performance Schedule

WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY @ 8 PM
THURSDAY @ 7 PM
WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY @ 3 PM


Written By
  • Robin Glendinning

Director
  • Kent Paul

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$22 on 22nd Street initiative - available for Preview Performances (9/11 – 9/21)

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Accessibility

  • Box Office

    The box office is located in the lobby, and the counter is wheelchair accessible.
  • Parking

    Free street parking is available on 22nd Street (on the same block as the theatre) Monday–Friday after 7pm and all day Saturday and Sunday.
  • Curb Ramps

    There are no curb ramps. Call the theatre in advance for a portable ramp or reach out to staff on arrival.
  • Restroom

    There are two wheelchair accessible restrooms. All bathrooms at IRT are single stalled and gender neutral.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    The Mainstage balcony area and the W. Scott McLucas Studio Theatre in the basement are elevator accessible. For elevator access, guests can reach out to any IRT staff member when they arrive.
  • Telephone

    none
  • Entrance

    There is a step up into the lobby through the front doors, but a ramp is available if needed. Call the theatre in advance or reach out to a staff member upon arrival for ramp access.
  • Visual Assistance

    none
  • Folding Armrests

    Seat C1 in the Mainstage has a foldable arm and is marked as an accessible seat in the online seating chart.
  • Water Fountain

    Two located upstairs in the balcony level. They are only accessible once the house opens.
  • Assisted Listening System

    Assistive listening devices are available for mainstage productions. Visit the concessions area for devices. ID is required. For patrons with a tele coil, the Mainstage theater is equipped with an induction loop, set your device/your device’s app to the “t” setting.
  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair-accessible seating is available in the Mainstage in seats A1/2 and B1/2. If you would like to remain in your wheelchair for the performance, our staff will remove the theatre chairs for you. For guests who wish to transfer to a seat from their wheelchair, we are more than happy to store your wheelchair during the performance. We will return your wheelchair to you at intermission or the end of the performance.

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