By : Lucas Hnath
Directed by : Timothy Bond
Co-produced with : The Wilma Theater
Do you have the courage to change your heart? Pastor Paul is much-loved and much-respected, but he has a difficult sermon to deliver. What will be the impact of his words on his loyal congregation? What consequences for his family? For himself? Playwright-to-watch Lucas Hnath invites people of all faiths and beliefs, to engage in a conversation about the seemingly insurmountable distance between us. Set in a contemporary church and performed as Sunday service with sermons, scripture, and a full choir, The Christians has quickly become one of the most talked about new plays in the country.
“An extraordinary achievement.” - Syracuse.com
“Riveting in its thematic accomplishments.” - Syracuse.com
“One need not be a believer to find the performances compelling.” - Syracuse.com
"The rhythm is contagious." - Syracuse New Times
Our praise/gospel choir for The Christians has been cast from Central New York community member singers of all ethnicities, of all faiths, as well as non-believers. The choir will be working alongside our professional cast members and other artists from around the country. We are proud to have this talented group from our community as a part of this unique and inspiring production of an award-winning American play.
Director Tim Bond ends his (Syracuse) career on a high note with The Christians - Syracuse New Times
Syracuse Stage to Stage New American Play THE CHRISTIANS, 4/6-24 - Broadwayworld.com
Playwright Lucas Hnath talks about his creative process during the debut run of The Christians
The Christians Study Guide; Printable PDF
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Apr. 9 Pre-show Choir Performance at 7 pm
Come enjoy the accomplished singing of the Manlius Pebble Hill and Jamesville Dewitt High School Choirs at 7pm in our pavilion before 8 pm curtain. This event is free to ticket holders and is hosted by Syracuse Stage's Young Adult Council
Apr. 10 Prologue at 1 p.m.
An intimate, 20-minute pre-show discussion with the actors 1 hour before curtain. Bring your questions.
Apr. 16 Prologue at 2 p.m.
An intimate, 20-minute pre-show discussion with the actors 1 hour before curtain. Bring your questions.
ASL Interpreted Performance at 3 p.m. for patrons who are deaf
Syracuse Stage and Interfaith Works present this panel discussion inspired by the groundbreaking and enlightening Dinner Dialogue Series.
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Panelists Include:
Rev. Bill Redfield, Trinity Episcopal Church
Rev. Edith Washington, Unity of Syracuse
Chaplain Matthew Waldby, Syracuse Rescue Mission
Pastor Phil Turner, Bethany Baptist Church
Rabbi Dan Fellman, Temple Concord
Apr. 17 Actor Talkback
Actor Q&A following this 7 p.m. Sunday performance
Apr. 20 Open Captioning at 2 p.m. Performance for patrons who are hard of hearing or deaf
Apr. 21 Prologue at 6:30 p.m.
An intimate, 20-minute pre-show discussion with the actors 1 hour before curtain. Bring your questions.
Apr. 23 Audio Described Performance at 3 p.m. for blind or visually impaired patrons
Apr. 24 Open Captioning at 2 p.m. Performance for patrons who are hard of hearing or deaf
87 minutes
No Intermission
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