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american (tele)visions

Opening Date: Sep 10, 2022
Closing Date: Oct 16, 2022
american (tele)visions
https://www.nytw.org/show/american-televisions/
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New York Theatre Workshop
79 East 4th Street, New York City, NY 10003
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A long, long time ago—the ‘90s—in a Walmart far, far away, Erica, our Hero of Ages Lost, pushes her shopping cart—that most sacred ancient vessel of capitalism—through the aisles of a memory play. american (tele)visions is an explosive collision between the American Dream and the American Nightmare—the story of an undocumented Mexican family.

COVID Safety Information:
Masks are required. 
Off BroadwayPlay - ComedyPlay - Drama
Age Guidance: 12

Performance Schedule

TUESDAYS- THURSDAYS @ 7 PM
FRIDAYS @ 8 PM
SATURDAYS @ 2 & 8 PM
SUNDAYS @ 2 PM*

*There will be both 2 & 7 PM performances on Sunday, September 11

Written By
  • Victor I. Cazares
Director
  • Rubén Polendo

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Accessibility

  • Box Office

    Counter 44"

  • Curb Ramps

    Corner of 2nd Avenue & East 4th Street

  • Passenger Loading Zone

    Front of Entrance

  • Restroom

    All stalls are equipped with handrails and the first stall in the “GENERAL SEATING” restroom is sized to accommodate mobility aids. 35.75" Door to restrooms. Women's: Door 26". Stall 35" x48". Commode 15". Mens: Door 26". Stall 36" x 60". Commode 15". Urinal 27".

  • Elevator/Escalator

    None

  • Entrance

    Double doors (each 29.5")

  • Visual Assistance

    Low vision seating available upon request as available. Programs available in large print: ask an usher, house manager, or box office representative

  • Water Fountain

    Spout 36"

  • Assisted Listening System

    FM Assistive Listening Devices are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis from the box office. An ID or credit card is required to borrow a listening device for the duration of the performance.

  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair accessible seating available

  • Folding Armrests

    Wheelchair-accessible seats with tipping arms and wide seats available at all performances

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