The Wife of Willesden

Opening Date: Apr 01, 2023

Closing Date: Apr 16, 2023

Running Time: 01:40

https://www.bam.org/the-wife-of-willesden

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BAM Harvey Theater

651 Fulton St Brooklyn, NY 11217

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In her debut play, bestselling author Zadie Smith (On Beauty) gives us Alvita, a Jamaican-born British woman in her mid-50s holding court at a North West London pub. BAM presents this modern translation of Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales in association with American Repertory Theater after an acclaimed run in London. Directed by Indhu Rubasingham with an ensemble cast starring Clare Perkins, this exuberant and verbally inventive play showcases the pleasures of Smith’s quick wit. Rich with frank sexuality, it celebrates free expression and the human urge both to live stories and share them.

COVID-19 Safety Information:
Masks are optional but encouraged.

Age Guidance: 14

Performance Schedule:

TUESDAY-FRIDAY @ 7:30 PM
SATURDAY @ 2 PM & 7:30 PM
SUNDAY @ 3 PM
No 2 PM performance on April 1

Cast

Clare Perkins

Director

Indhu Rubasingham

Written by

Zadie Smith, adapted from Chaucer

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Accessibility:

Wheelchair Info

Four locations. Two areas in aisle of orchestra. Can accommodate two wheelchairs each.

Elevator\Escalator

Elevator: Automatic. Accesses orchestra level (2nd floor only). Raised lettering.

Passenger Loading Zone

Front.

Parking

Lots: Two, both marked BAM across street. Spaces on street close to main entrance can be reserved.

Curb Ramps

Corner of Ashland Pl. & Fulton St.

Entrance

Double doors in series: 1st set (each 28.5) has one pair of automatic doors from 44th St. to Ticket Lobby with push-button control. 2nd set (each 28", attended by ushers) to inner lobby. Doors wide and heavy, but usually open during performances. Marked with large lettering.

Box Office

Ticket Lobby. Counters 38.5", 41.5", 47". Accessible pass-through with writing shelf at 32". Assistance available.Main level. Counter less than 48".

Restroom

Womens: 1st floor. Outer door wider than 32". Stall door 29". Stall size less than 60". Commode 18". Grab bars.Mens: 1st floor. Outer door wider than 32". Stall doors 31". Stall size less than 60". Commode 18". Grab bars.