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Lackawanna Blues

Opening Date: Sep 14, 2021
Closing Date: Nov 12, 2021
Running Time: 01:40
Lackawanna Blues

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Playing @
Samuel J. Friedman Theatre
261 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson returns to MTC for the Broadway debut of his brilliant solo play celebrating the strong, big-hearted woman who raised him: Miss Rachel. In a 1950s boarding house outside Buffalo, Nanny, as she was affectionately called, opened her doors to anyone and everyone in need of kindness, hope, compassion and care. Giving a tour-de-force performance accompanied by live music written by acclaimed composer Bill Sims, Jr. and performed by Blues Hall of Fame Guitarist Junior Mack, Santiago-Hudson embodies more than 20 vibrant characters, creating a richly textured reminiscence that’s inspiring, uplifting and right at home on Broadway.

COVID Safety Information:
Under the updated policy, guests age 12 and older will need to be Fully Vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine AND present a government-issued photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport. (Guests 12-18 may use a government-issued ID or school ID - no photo required.) “Fully vaccinated” means on the date of the performance a guest is at least 14 days after their second dose of a two dose COVID-19 vaccine OR at least 14 days after their single dose of an approved single dose COVID-19 vaccine.

For international guests TWO doses of any “mix and match” combination of an FDA or WHO approved Covid-19 vaccine are acceptable.

Guests under 12, when accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult may enter the theatre with ONE of the following:
Proof of ONE dose (through February 28, 2022 only) of an FDA or WHO approved vaccine at least 14 days before the performance date OR
A negative COVID-19 PCR test performed by a medical provider within 72 hours of the performance start time. The test results must clearly show the date and time of the test; OR
A negative COVID-19 rapid antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance start time. The test results must clearly show the date and time of the test.
BroadwayPlay - ComedyPerformance ArtPlay - DramaRegional
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 15

Cast
  • Ruben Santiago-Hudson

Written By
  • Ruben Santiago-Hudson

Music
  • Bill Sims Jr. performed by Junior Mack

Director
  • Ruben Santiago-Hudson

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Accessibility

  • Parking

    Central Parking System, 257 West 47th St (Broadway and 8th Ave). Call (212) 262-9778
  • Restroom

    The restrooms are wheelchair accessible and located on the lower level and mezzanine level.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    A motorized lift provides easy access to seats in the front orchestra on house left (rows AA – F, odd-numbered seats) for those who have difficulty with stairs. Audience members who want to use this lift should speak with a member of the theatre staff when they arrive.
  • Water Fountain

    Water fountain is accessible at 36" AFF.
  • Wheelchair Info

    There are six wheelchair seats in the orchestra and one wheelchair seat in the mezzanine.
  • Assisted Listening System

    Assistive listening devices and hearing-aid compatible devices are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Please see an usher or staff member to acquire your device.
  • Folding Armrests

    There are six seats with foldable armrests in the orchestra, and two in the mezzanine.
  • Visual Assistance

    Braille and Large Print versions of all Playbills are located at the podium to the left as you enter the inner lobby of the theatre. Audio description is available on-demand at any performance at the Friedman Theatre beginning 3 weeks after opening night.

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