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The Fear of 13

First Preview: Mar 19, 2026
Opening Date: Apr 15, 2026
Closing Date: Jun 28, 2026
The Fear of 13

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Playing @
James Earl Jones Theatre
138 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036
“The first thing you should know is that this is true. It’s what actually happened. I know it seems like it’s a story – inside of a story – inside of a story. But that’s how it is for most people. At least the ones in here.”

Nick’s got a story to tell you. About how a routine traffic stop turned into a conviction for murder. About how he spent the next 22 years on death row. About how he finally petitioned the court to ask not for an appeal—but for his execution date. And about what happened next… 

After an acclaimed run in London, two-time Academy Award® winner Adrien Brody makes his Broadway debut in an “unmissable portrait of death row injustice” (The Telegraph). Nominated for Best New Play at the Olivier Awards, with Brody also earning a nomination for Best Actor, THE FEAR OF 13 is based on the extraordinary true story of Nick Yarris. Written by Lindsey Ferrentino (Ugly Lies the Bone) and directed by Tony Award™ winner David Cromer (Good Night, and Good Luck), this gripping exploration of truth, justice and the chasm between them will leave you hanging on every word. 

BroadwayPlay - Drama

Performance Schedule

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Cast
  • Adrien Brody
  • Tessa Thompson
  • Ephraim Sykes
  • Michael Cavinder
  • Eddie Cooper
  • Victor Cruz
  • Eboni Flowers
  • Joel Marsh Garland
  • Jared Wayne Gladly
  • Joe Joseph
  • Jeb Kreager
  • Ben Thompson

Written By
  • Lindsey Ferrentino

Director
  • David Cromer

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$74.00 - $447.00

Lottery & Rush

Digital Lottery: Entries for the digital lottery begin at 12am the day before the scheduled performance, and winners are drawn that day at 10am and 3pm. Winners may purchase up to 2 tickets at $45 each. The digital lottery is available at rush.telecharge.com.   

Rush: In-person rush tickets will be available in person at the James Earl Jones Theatre (138 West 48th Street), beginning when the box office opens on each day of performance for $45 subject to availability. Rush tickets are limited to two per person and are on a first-come first served basis.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Info

    Six ADA compliant viewing locations with companion seating. Transfer optional.
  • Seating

    Mezzanine, balcony, and lower lounge reached only by stairs. Seats 1,083.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    None.
  • Parking

    Valet parking garage: Next door. No vans.
  • Curb Ramps

    SE corner 48th St. & 7th Ave; SW corner of 48th St. & 6th Ave; Driveways on either side of theater.
  • Entrance

    Double doors in series: 1st set (each 26.5") has one pair of automatic doors from 48th Street to ticket lobby with push-button control; 2nd set (each 26.5", attended by ushers) to Orchestra.
  • Box Office

    Ticket lobby. Counter 43". Accessible pass-through with writing shelf at 32". Assistance available
  • Restroom

    Womens and Mens: Lower level. Down seventeen steps.
  • Water Fountain

    Rear orchestra, house left. Spout 36".
  • Telephone

    Ticket lobby. Coin slot 54". Cord Length 29". With TTY and electric outlet.
  • Assisted Listening System

    Reservations are not necessary. Drivers license or ID with printed address required as a deposit. Please call: (212) 582-7678 to reserve in advance.
  • Visual Assistance

    None.
  • Folding Armrests

    Eleven row-end seats with folding armrests.

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