Best for Baby and its devilishly funny emcee takes audiences inside Johnson & Johnson’s decades-long and still evolving baby powder scandal. A Big American Play ripped straight from the headlines, this world premiere is equal parts showbiz spectacle and intimate human storytelling, brought to you by a sensational comedic ensemble of professional guest artists — featuring Broadway actor Crystal Dickinson — alongside members of CTC’s beloved conservatory.

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Best for Baby

Bratton Theater

Set the timer. The everyday existence of a mother during a sweltering summer vacation: prepare meals, pack the bag, run the drill, repeat. With a dry wit and the determination of an Olympian, Mariam meticulously practices for the run of her life—the dreaded knock on the roof. Written and performed by Khawla Ibraheem, this unforgettable new play about obsession, survival and everyday life in Gaza is developed and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Obie Award winner Oliver Butler (What the Constitution Means to Me).

A Knock on the Roof

She knows that the army often drops small warning bombs on residential buildings in Gaza, giving tenants 5-15 minutes to evacuate before a rocket demolishes their home. So, she decides to train for the possibility of this “Knock on the Roof”, frantically (and often comically) practicing how far she can run in five minutes, and what she can carry to safety.

Oliver Butler

Events

Upcoming events

Jul 18 - Aug 2, 2026

Best for Baby · Chautauqua Theater Company

Past events

Jul 18 - Aug 2, 2026

Best for Baby · Chautauqua Theater Company

Jan 10 - Feb 16, 2025

A Knock on the Roof · New York Theatre Workshop

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