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Ulster American
First Preview: Mar 6, 2026
Opening Date: Mar 15, 2026
Closing Date: May 10, 2026
Running Time: 01:30
Playing @
Irish Repertory Theatre
132 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10011
Ulster American by David Ireland is a savagely funny play that dissects the intersection of identity politics, ego, privilege and the Northern Irish "Troubles" with satirical precision.
On the evening before rehearsals begin for her new work, Ulster-born playwright Ruth Davenport (Geraldine Hughes) visits the home of English director Leigh Carver (Max Baker), along with Oscar-winning Hollywood star Jay Conway (Matthew Broderick) who has just arrived in London to star in the world premiere. What begins as a cordial gathering to discuss the upcoming production quickly descends into a brutal psychological brawl as egos, ideologies and historical baggage collide. A theatrical hand grenade disguised as a drawing-room comedy, Ulster American explosively reveals some raw contradictions at the heart of modern storytelling and political posturing.
On the evening before rehearsals begin for her new work, Ulster-born playwright Ruth Davenport (Geraldine Hughes) visits the home of English director Leigh Carver (Max Baker), along with Oscar-winning Hollywood star Jay Conway (Matthew Broderick) who has just arrived in London to star in the world premiere. What begins as a cordial gathering to discuss the upcoming production quickly descends into a brutal psychological brawl as egos, ideologies and historical baggage collide. A theatrical hand grenade disguised as a drawing-room comedy, Ulster American explosively reveals some raw contradictions at the heart of modern storytelling and political posturing.
Show Notes: No intermission
Cast
- Matthew Broderick
- Geraldine Hughes
- Max Baker
Written By
- David Ireland
Director
- Ciarán O’Reilly
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Full-price tickets:
$63.50 - $128.50
Accessibility
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Box Office
The box office is located in the lobby, and the counter is wheelchair accessible. -
Parking
Free street parking is available on 22nd Street (on the same block as the theatre) Monday–Friday after 7pm and all day Saturday and Sunday. -
Curb Ramps
There are no curb ramps. Call the theatre in advance for a portable ramp or reach out to staff on arrival. -
Restroom
There are two wheelchair accessible restrooms. All bathrooms at IRT are single stalled and gender neutral. -
Elevator/Escalator
The Mainstage balcony area and the W. Scott McLucas Studio Theatre in the basement are elevator accessible. For elevator access, guests can reach out to any IRT staff member when they arrive. -
Telephone
none -
Entrance
There is a step up into the lobby through the front doors, but a ramp is available if needed. Call the theatre in advance or reach out to a staff member upon arrival for ramp access. -
Visual Assistance
none -
Folding Armrests
Seat C1 in the Mainstage has a foldable arm and is marked as an accessible seat in the online seating chart. -
Water Fountain
Two located upstairs in the balcony level. They are only accessible once the house opens. -
Assisted Listening System
Assistive listening devices are available for mainstage productions. Visit the concessions area for devices. ID is required. For patrons with a tele coil, the Mainstage theater is equipped with an induction loop, set your device/your device’s app to the “t” setting. -
Wheelchair Info
Wheelchair-accessible seating is available in the Mainstage in seats A1/2 and B1/2. If you would like to remain in your wheelchair for the performance, our staff will remove the theatre chairs for you. For guests who wish to transfer to a seat from their wheelchair, we are more than happy to store your wheelchair during the performance. We will return your wheelchair to you at intermission or the end of the performance.










