Dr. Harold Banks is a retired professor of Comparative Literature and Afghan Studies, waiting for his adopted daughter to return from teaching in Afghanistan, her native country. When Nazrullah, an Afghan refugee, suddenly arrives on his Nebraska doorstep armed only with his daughter's copies of The Diary of Anne Frank and The Old Man and the Sea - the two men become unlikely roommates. Set in both Maidan Shar, Afghanistan and Omaha, Nebraska, HEARTLAND is the story of a father, his determined daughter, and a journey towards mercy.
COVID Safety Information:
Effective February 7, 2022, Audiences will need to be fully vaccinated AND have proof of a booster dose (for those eligible in accordance with CDC guidelines) to attend a performance at 59E59 Theaters. Fully vaccinated means having had your booster shot (based on vaccination type) of an FDA or WHO authorized COVID-19 vaccine two weeks (14 days) before your performance date.
Proof of full vaccination (and booster) must be provided along with a government issued photo ID with matching name. Proof of vaccination can be shown with one of the following:
your vaccination card,
a photo of your vaccination card, or
via an official governmental mobile app or website;
NYS residents or those who received a vaccination in NYS may present proof of vaccination via the Excelsior Pass app. For more information about the Excelsior Pass please visit epass.ny.gov.
MASKS
Effective February 11, 2022, masks remain mandatory inside our building and theater spaces. KN95 (or better) masks are highly recommended PLUS we are providing one to anyone who wants it, upon arrival.
