Summer, 1976
Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht return to Broadway in this thought provoking new play
Summer, 1976
Linney and Hecht are excellent and generous scene partners, and though Summer, 1976 has none of the explosive bells and whistles of some of its Broadway compadres, it has its own gentle, unassuming power.
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Summer, 1976
Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht return to Broadway in this thought provoking new play
Why see Summer, 1976?
World Premiere
An unlikely friendship between a spirited artist a and wistful single mom forms the basis of this brand-new play at sees Tony nominees Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht make their latest return to Broadway. Written by Pulitzer Prize winner David Auburn and directed by Daniel Sullivan, Summer, 1976 sees their connection bloom over the summer that marked the Bicentennial in a small town in Ohio.
Exploring the impact that even tiny changes can have on the rest of our lives, Summer 1976 is a thought-provoking and engaging new drama from a stellar cast and creative team. Marking its world premiere as it begins performances in April 2023, this is a must for those who enjoy insightful theatre that puts human interaction and emotion at the forefront.
Cast
Laura Linney as Diana
Jessica Hecht as Alice
Creative
Written by David Auburn
Directed by Daniel Sullivan
Reviews
Customer reviews
2 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)
Linda Baldwin
it will touch your soul!!!
Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht deliver stunning performances. Ninety minutes of purely relatable dialogue flew by. There is no huge plot; just two women discussing an unlikely friendship that developed during the bicentennial summer. Friendship, motherhood, status and values are provocatively intertwined and exposed due to the remarkable writing and superb acting. I loved it!!! ... Read more
Liz Bryant
Linney and Hecht Display Magnetic Rapport
Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht are simply amazing in the Summer, 1976. They deliver their lines, not as actors, but as actual people in the moment. We were drawn in and mesmerized as we traveled along the emotional journey with them. I highly recommend this play. ... Read more
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