Emmy Award-winning actress, producer, screenwriter, and performer Lena Waithe will present an exclusive preview reading and talkback for The Echo Theater Company’s upcoming world premiere of The Peterson Show on Friday, Aug. 28 at 8 p.m., according to the latest theater schedules.
The Plot and Creative Team Behind The Peterson Show
Written by Emmy-nominated playwright Janine Nabers and directed by Michelle Bossy, The Peterson Show is a darkly funny and emotionally charged new play. The plot centers on a group of five former child actors gathering together as the reputation of their cherished TV dad falls apart amid controversy.
Ensemble Cast and Special Guests at the Sneak Peek
Ensemble members Kelly McCreary of Grey’s Anatomy, Tamberla Perry of Brilliant Minds and Clydes at CTG, Kristen Ariza of The Fosters and StartUp, and Deanna Reed-Foster of The Vince Staples Show and The First Deep Breath at the Geffen will read selected scenes. They will also join the talkback alongside host Lena Waithe and playwright Janine Nabers.
All tickets for the August 28 preview event are Pay-What-You-Choose. Once the preview concludes, the complete staging of The Peterson Show will debut at The Echo Theater Company on September 19, running for a duration of six weeks.
Did You Know? Playwright Janine Nabers earned an Emmy nomination for her work before penning this darkly funny piece about a troubled television family legacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the sneak peek reading of The Peterson Show?
The sneak peek reading takes place on Friday, Aug. 28 at 8 p.m.
How much do tickets cost for the sneak peek?
All tickets for the reading are Pay-What-You-Choose.
When does the full production open?
The full production opens at The Echo Theater Company on September 19 for a six-week run.
Which former television show dynamics or child star reunions are you most interested to see explored on stage?
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