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Pen Pals

First Preview: Aug 15, 2025
Opening Date: Aug 20, 2025
Closing Date: Mar 15, 2026
Running Time: 01:25
Pen Pals

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Playing @
DR2 Theatre
103 E 15th St, New York, NY 10003
Pen Pals is the extraordinary story of two friends that unfolds over decades. With a rotating cast of renowned actors, no two performances will ever be the same. 
 
Bernie and Mags live in two different countries, they’ve never met and yet they’re best friends. Because they’ve been pen pals for over fifty years. Since they were teenagers, they’ve shared every aspect of their lives with each other. The trivial bits, the most intimate details, all the happiness, all the heartache. They’ve told each other things they wouldn’t dare tell another soul. Even though Bernie lives in New Jersey and Mags is from England, the women are closer to each other than anyone else in the world.
 
Come witness the journey of their lifetime. In their own words.
Off BroadwayPlay - Drama
Show Notes: No intermission
Age Guidance: 10
Audience Advisory: Pen Pals contains strong language and adult themes. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.

Performance Schedule

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January 7-18, 2026: Sharon Lawrence and Maureen McCormick
January 21-February 1, 2026: Randy Graff and Beth Leavel 
February 3-15, 2026: Brook Adams and Marilu Henner 
February 18-March 1, 2026: Gina Torres and Carmen Cusack
March 4-15, 2026: Jodi Benson and Marcia Mitzman Gaven


Cast
  • Rotating cast

Written By
  • Michael Griffo

Director
  • SuzAnne Barabas

TDF Tickets Offers:

Listed at

Rarely

Full-price tickets:

$49.00 - $199.00

Accessibility

  • Curb Ramps

    Wheelchair ramp available
  • Restroom

    One wheelchair accessible bathroom (unisex) located in the lobby area
  • Seating

    Seats 99
  • Elevator/Escalator

    A "hand-lift" to get up the stairs.
  • Entrance

    There are five steps leading into the theater (assistance can be provided if needed)
  • Assisted Listening System

    None

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