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The Piano Lesson

Opening Date: Sep 19, 2022
Closing Date: Jan 29, 2023
Running Time: 02:45
The Piano Lesson
https://pianolessonplay.com/
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Ethel Barrymore Theatre
243 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
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A battle is brewing in the Charles household. At the center lies the family’s prized heirloom piano. On one side, a brother plans to build the family fortune by selling it. On the other, a sister will go to any length to keep it and preserve the family history. Only their uncle stands in between. But even he can’t hold back the ghosts of the past.

THE PIANO LESSON is the play for now. It reaches into the souls of the present, revealing startling truths about how we perceive our past—and who gets to define our legacy.

COVID-19 Safety Information:
Masks are encouraged but not required. 

BroadwayPlay - Drama
Age Guidance: 12

Performance Schedule

SEPTEMBER 19-OCTOBER 15
MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS @ 8 PM
WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS @ 2 & 8 PM

OCTOBER 17-JANUARY 15, 2023
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS @ 7 PM
WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS @ 2 & 8 PM
FRIDAYS @ 8 PM
SUNDAYS @ 3 PM

Cast
  • Samuel L. Jackson
  • John David Washington and Danielle Brooks
Written By
  • August Wilson
Director
  • LaTanya Richardson Jackson

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Accessibility

  • Curb Ramps

    NW corner of 47th St. & Broadway; NE corner of 47th St. & 8th Ave.

  • Restroom

    Accessible unisex restroom located in ticket lobby. Door 32". Stall 129" x 61.5". Commode 18". Grab bars.

  • Elevator/Escalator

    None

  • Entrance

    Double doors in series: 1st set (each 27.5") has one pair of automatic doors from 47th Street to ticket lobby with push button control; 2nd set (each 27", attended by ushers) to orchestra.

  • Visual Assistance

    Vision seats in the front of the orchestra available for purchase in person or on the phone.

  • Folding Armrests

    Eleven row-end seats with folding armrests.

  • Water Fountain

    Water fountain located in ticket lobby. Spout 36".

  • Assisted Listening System

    Infrared assisted listening devices and neck induction (t-coil) loop receivers are available to borrow at the Shubert Audience Services kiosk. Reservations are strongly recommended.

  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair seating is located in the orchestra only.

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