by Conor McPherson
directed by Ciarán O’Reilly
with Matthew Broderick,
Billy Carter, Lisa Dwan, James Russell
May 17- July 3, 2016
Shining City is a haunting play, dense with urban lives that brush against one another while never making contact. When the character John is first introduced, he is seeking help from Ian, a counselor, after the unexpected death of his wife. Though shaken by the loss, John is troubled by more than just grief; he has begun to see his wife’s ghost in their home.
As their sessions unfold, secrets and lies are exposed in this thriller where a simple tale turns out to be anything but. Shining City reflects on the guilt, anxiety and restlessness of two lonely men creating a tale that the New York Times calls “as close to perfection as contemporary playwriting gets.”
New York Times Critic’s Pick: “exemplary…Mr. Broderick turns in his most assured and affecting stage performance in years… An astute and compassionate revival” –The New York Times
“A rich, unforgettable piece.” – Time Out NY