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The Bad Daters

Opening Date: Apr 23, 2026
Closing Date: May 17, 2026
Running Time: 01:15
The Bad Daters

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Playing @
Paradise Factory
64 East 4th Street, New York City, NY 10003
Wendy and Liam were bad at dating. They were even worse at falling in love. THE BAD DATERS is a darkly funny love story about moving on, making an effort, and letting someone love you. Set in Dublin and unfolding over a series of dates, a dating website brings Wendy and Liam together for a blind date neither wants.

Liam is looking for someone special, Wendy is looking for anyone but him. What happens when the last thing you’re looking for is exactly what you find? Blending biting Irish humor with emotional candor, THE BAD DATERS explores grief, loneliness, and the fragile hope of starting again.
Off-Off BroadwayPlay - ComedyPlay - Drama
Show Notes: Note: this production contains strong language, references to suicide, and adult themes.

Cast
  • Kate Arrington
  • Shane McNaughton

Written By
  • Derek Murphy

Director
  • Colm Summers

TDF Tickets Offers:

TDF Member tickets:

Available

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Full-price tickets:

$45.00 - $45.00

Accessibility

  • Elevator/Escalator

    Elevator Lift
  • Parking

    Street parking, Paid garage/lot parking
  • Restroom

    Located on the downstairs level and are accessible via the elevator lift or six steps down.
  • Water Fountain

    Lower level
  • Wheelchair Info

    ADA compliant. Patrons who use wheelchairs will be directed to the front row, which is on floor level in front of the audience risers.
  • Folding Armrests

    None available

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