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Ulster American

First Preview: Mar 6, 2026
Opening Date: Mar 15, 2026
Closing Date: May 24, 2026
Running Time: 01:30
Ulster American

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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.
Off BroadwayPlay - Drama
Show Notes: No intermission

Cast
  • Matthew Broderick
  • Geraldine Hughes
  • Max Baker

Written By
  • David Ireland

Director
  • Ciarán O’Reilly

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$63.50 - $128.50

Accessibility

  • 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.

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