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The Perfect Game

Opening Date: Jan 19, 2024
Closing Date: Jan 27, 2024
Running Time: 02:00
The Perfect Game

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Playing @
Theatre Row - Theater Four
410 West 42nd Street, New York City, NY 10036
The invention of basketball jumps to life onstage in this new family-friendly musical comedy. At the turn of the 20th century, a young teacher named James Naismith is given an assignment by his boss: devise a new game for physical education students that can be played indoors during the colder months. Using a ball and 2 peach baskets, James invents what he hopes will prove to be The Perfect Game—what his students like to call "Basket-Ball". Simultaneously, we follow two present-day basketball coaches, Nancy and Frank, who are struggling as their team approaches the big game. The historic Jim Naismith magically appears to mentor present-day coach Nancy. As Jim coaches Nancy, she and Frank get their team in shape and fall in love in the meantime. In the end, it all comes down to the big game... the home team vs. the arch rivals! Who will win?
Off BroadwayMusical
Show Notes: 1 intermission

Performance Schedule

TUESDAY & THURSDAY @ 7 PM
WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY @ 2 PM & 8 PM
FRIDAY @ 8 PM


Written By
  • John Grissmer

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$49.00 - $69.00

Lottery & Rush

In-Person Rush: Available only in-person at the Box Office beginning one-hour before your scheduled performance. Rush tickets are limited to 2 per customer.

Accessibility

  • Curb Ramps

    There are curb ramps on 9th Ave. or Dyer Ave.
  • Restroom

    Wheelchair accessible. On second floor lounge and on C level – (lower level)
  • Elevator/Escalator

    Elevator to all floors
  • Entrance

    Street level
  • Water Fountain

    Located on all levels (all accessible)
  • Assisted Listening System

    Available at the bar on the second floor. A photo ID is required to hold as a deposit.
  • Wheelchair Info

    Theatre Four is located on the lower level on the facility and is accessible by elevator. Row G is fully accessible; all other rows require stairs.
  • Folding Armrests

    Fixed armrests
  • Telephone

    None on premises
  • Visual Assistance

    None available
  • Parking

    Theatre Four uses ParkWhiz - https://www.parkwhiz.com/theatre-row-parking/

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