Paula Vogel's Mother Play Opens on Broadway April 25 | Playbill

Broadway News Paula Vogel's Mother Play Opens on Broadway April 25

The new play, now on Broadway via Second Stage, stars Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons, and Celia Keenan-Bolger.

Jim Parsons, Jessica Lange, and Celia Keenan-Bolger in Mother Play Joan Marcus

The world premiere of Mother Play by Paula Vogel officially opens at Second Stage's Helen Hayes Theater on Broadway April 25. The work, which began performances on Broadway April 3, is directed by Tina Landau (SpongeBob SquarePants).

Set in 1962 on the outskirts of Washington, D.C., Mother Play explores the power family holds over us through matriarch Phyllis and her children, Carl and Martha, as they reckon with unpacking the past.

Mother Play stars Tony winner Celia Keenan-Bolger, Emmy winner Jim Parsons, and Oscar, Emmy, and Tony winner Jessica Lange. Understudies Jillian Geurts, Tasha Lawrence, and Zachary Prince round out the company.

The Second Stage Theatre production features scenic design by David Zinn, costume design by Toni-Leslie James, lighting design by Jen Schriever, sound design by Jill BC Du Boff, production design by Shawn Duan, hair and wig by Matthew Armentrout, and vocal coaching by Gigi Buffington.

The dance within the piece has been choreographed by Christopher Gattelli. Casting is by The Telsey Office. The stage manager is Braun Bauer, and John C. Moore is the production stage manager.

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Photos: Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons, and Celia Keenan-Bolger in Mother Play

 
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