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Two River Theater is proud to present "The Price" by Arthur Miller, directed by Brandon J. Dirden. This compelling production will take place at the Joan and Robert Rechnitz Theater, showcasing one of Arthur Miller's most personal plays. "The Price" delves into the lives of estranged brothers Vince and Walter, who confront their past as they clear out their childhood home before it's demolished. This narrative explores themes of family, memory, and the cost of a hopeful future under the direction of Brandon J. Dirden, known for his work on August Wilson’s "Radio Golf" and "Wine in the Wilderness."

Arthur Miller (1915-2005), an iconic American playwright, has penned classics such as "Death of a Salesman," "The Crucible," and "A View From the Bridge." His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. "The Price," written in 1968, stands out as a poignant exploration of the complexities of familial bonds and the legacies we inherit.

Brandon J. Dirden brings his extensive experience both on and off Broadway to this production, having received critical acclaim for his roles and directorial efforts. His vision for "The Price" promises to offer a fresh perspective on Miller’s timeless work.

While single tickets are not yet available for sale, season subscriptions offer an opportunity to secure a seat for this must-see event. For more information on tickets and the 2024/25 season lineup at Two River Theater, please visit their official website or contact the box office at 732 345 1400 or infotrtc.org.

Don't miss this powerful rendition of Arthur Miller's "The Price," a story that challenges us to consider the value of our past and the price of moving forward.

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The Price

Two River Theater

1927, San Juan Hill, a six-block stretch of Manhattan where tensions run deep between its populations of Black Americans and Caribbean immigrants. Eustace, recently transplanted from the South, falls in love with the girl next door, Annetta. But her ironfisted father, Joseph, an ardent Garveyite, has arranged for her to marry another man from the West Indies to protect his bloodline. In Steve Carter’s blistering saga, Eden, clashing ideologies and youthful passions threaten dangerous consequences for two families and their community.

EDEN

Yale University

Booker Prize–winning and internationally bestselling author Marlon James and his editor at Riverhead Books, Jake Morrissey, host an evening of Selected Shorts inspired by their podcast, Marlon & Jake Read Dead People. In each episode, Marlon and Jake share their brutally honest opinions about our literary canon, from the spectacularly good to the hilariously bad. Now the pair bring a selection of the spectacularly good to Symphony Space with an evening of short fiction read aloud to you by actors Donna Lynne Champlin (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Brandon J. Dirden (Take Me Out), Debra Monk (The Gilded Age), Thom Sesma (Madam Secretary), and Heather Alicia Simms (Richard III)!

Actor

Brandon J. Dirden

Events

Past events

7 - 29 Jun, 2025

The Price · Two River Theater Company

Jan 16 - Feb 8, 2025

EDEN · Yale Repertory Theatre

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