Urban Stages (Frances Hill, founder and artistic director) begins its 2024-2025 season with the New York premiere of Yussef El Guindi’s play People of the Book, directed by John Langs, running from Friday, October 4 – Sunday, November 3, 2024). The production will be followed by the award-winning cabaret series Winter Rhythms (December 4-15, 2024).
People of the Book is a gripping drama that delves into the complexities of truth, friendship and the cost of lies. Jason returns from war to literary glory after writing an international bestseller, but his celebrity is underscored by his marriage to Madeeha, an Iraqi woman he saved. When he reunites with old friends, Amir and Lynn, questions emerge about the veracity of the book and its particular patriotic American gaze. Lust, jealousy, and personal politics bring things between old friends to a boiling point, posing the poignant question, “What is the expense of lies—personally and as a country?”
Winter Rhythms features 22 shows with over 100 performers in 12 days from December 4-15, 2024. The opener is a gala night with KT Sullivan. All proceeds go to Urban Stages’ Outreach Programs. That year’s festival is once again produced by Sue Matsuki.
Ticketing and more information about Urban Stages and its upcoming season is available here.
Urban Stages is located at 259 West 30th Street (btw 7th and 8th Avenues), New York, NY
