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A Knock on the Roof

Opening Date: Jan 10, 2025
Closing Date: Feb 16, 2025
Running Time: 01:10
A Knock on the Roof
https://www.nytw.org/show/a-knock-on-the-roof/
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New York Theatre Workshop
79 East 4th Street, New York City, NY 10003
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Set the timer. The everyday existence of a mother during a sweltering summer vacation: prepare meals, pack the bag, run the drill, repeat. With a dry wit and the determination of an Olympian, Mariam meticulously practices for the run of her life—the dreaded knock on the roof. Written by and starring Khawla Ibraheem, this unforgettable new play about obsession, survival and everyday life in Gaza is directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Obie Award winner Oliver Butler (What the Constitution Means to Me).

A co-production of New York Theatre Workshop with piece by piece productions. Presented in partnership with the 2025 Under the Radar festival.
Off BroadwaySolo
Show Notes: No intermission
Age Guidance: 12
Audience Advisory: This production contains suggestions of violence and war and is recommended for audiences ages 12 and older.

Performance Schedule

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Cast
  • Khawla Ibraheem
Written By
  • Khawla Ibraheem
Director
  • Oliver Butler

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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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