Derren Brown: Secret

First Preview: Sep 06, 2019

Opening Date: Sep 06, 2019

Closing Date: Jan 04, 2020

Running Time: 02:30

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Playing @

James Earl Jones Theatre

138 W 48th St New York, NY 10036

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From stage to screen, two-time Olivier Award winner Derren Brown has mesmerized millions worldwide with his unique brand of mind reading, persuasion, and psychological illusion. Now, for the first time ever, this U.K. phenomenon and Netflix star brings his talents to Broadway.
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After a sold-out, critically acclaimed run off-Broadway at the Atlantic Theater Company, Derren Brown: Secret returns with a spellbinding experience that dares us — in the most jaw-dropping way — to take a closer look at the stories and beliefs that guide our lives.

Behold a theatrical event of the mind in this “thrilling spectacle of psychological magic” - Entertainment Weekly

Broadway Performance Art Play - Drama

Age Guidance: 13

Show Notes: 1 Intermission

Audience Advisory:

This production contains haze, strobe lighting, and subliminal messages There is a cerebral nature to the performance and the duration of the show may cause issues with concentration.

Performance Schedule:

TUESDAY thru THURSDAY @ 7 PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY @ 8 PM
SATURDAY @ 2 PM
SUNDAY @ 3 PM

Director

Andrew O'Connor & Andy Nyman

Written by

Andy Nyman, Derren Brown & Andrew O'Connor

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Reviews

J.J. Abrams and 'Hamilton' director Thomas Kail are among the producers of this debut Broadway appearance by the two-time Olivier-winning British mentalist.The eponymous star doesn't make it easy on reviewers when it comes to writing about the Broadway production of Derren Brown: Secret. "Don't talk about anything that happens in the show," the British mentalist urges audience members and any journalists in attendance at the beginning of the evening. At least, I think he says that. Frankly, after being manipulated by this master of psychological illusion for two-and-a-half hours, I don't really trust any of my perceptions anymore.

Critic's Pick -

The current incarnation of that show, directed by Andrew O’Connor and Andy Nyman (and written by them and Mr. Brown), is expert in creating that most essential of theatrical illusions, that everything we see is occurring for the first time. The show feels, if anything, more at home — and oddly, more intimate — in a Broadway palace than it did in a house many times smaller.”

He also personalizes the patter by talking about coming out as a gay man at 31, the first of many revelations of the show, which build gradually in surprise until the final secret is shown. It’s a jaw-dropping, multi-layered reveal with a kicker of a coda. If minds aren’t totally blown, they’re at least scrambled for a while. Even cynical New Yorkers will be at least momentarily stunned.

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Info

Six ADA compliant viewing locations with companion seating. Transfer optional.

Seating

Mezzanine, balcony, and lower lounge reached only by stairs. Seats 1,083.

Elevator\Escalator

None.

Parking

Valet parking garage: Next door. No vans.

Curb Ramps

SE corner 48th St. & 7th Ave; SW corner of 48th St. & 6th Ave; Driveways on either side of theater.

Entrance

Double doors in series: 1st set (each 26.5") has one pair of automatic doors from 48th Street to ticket lobby with push-button control; 2nd set (each 26.5", attended by ushers) to Orchestra.