My Joy Is Heavy

First Preview: Feb 25, 2026

Opening Date: Mar 17, 2026

Closing Date: Apr 12, 2026

Running Time: 01:10

https://www.nytw.org/show/my-joy-is-heavy/

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New York Theatre Workshop

79 East 4th Street, New York City, NY 10003

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A transcendent musical memoir.

My Joy Is Heavy by Obie-winning duo & NYTW Usual Suspects The Bengsons is a deeply personal portrait of a young family yearning for connection amidst the loss of a pregnancy in rural isolation. Surrounded by snow and wrapped in loneliness, they uncover the unexpected joys and humor that can emerge in the wake of loss. Tony Award winner and NYTW Usual Suspect Rachel Chavkin directs with choreography by Princess Grace Award winner & NYTW Usual Suspect Steph Paul and music supervision by Obie Award winner Or Matias.

Every performance has open captioning.

Off Broadway Musical

Show Notes: My Joy is Heavy includes discussion of pregnancy loss, chronic pain and depression. The production includes haze effects. If you have questions or concerns, please email LetsChat@nytw.org.

Age Guidance: 14

Performance Schedule

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Cast

The Bengsons

Music

The Bengsons

Lyrics

The Bengsons

Book

The Bengsons

Director

Rachel Chavkin

Choreographer

Steph Paul

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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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