Lost Lear on Broadway Tickets
Opens 29th March
Dan Colley's play stars Jessica Chastain as a former actress with dementia who is reliving memories of rehearsing Shakespeare's King Lear.
Lost Lear in New York City
Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain stars alongside Golden Globe and Tony nominee Corey Stroll and two-time Emmy nominee Michael Urie in Lost Lear, Dan Colley’s moving play about a former actress battling dementia. Playing for a strictly limited season at the Booth Theatre, in the heart of Times Square, Chastain stars as the former actress whose memories transport her back to rehearsing Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy, King Lear. Secure your tickets for Lost Lear at Booth Theatre today.
About Lost Lear
In a care home is Joy, a former actress whose grip on the present is fading away. Convinced she is back in rehearsal for King Lear, her nurse takes his cues from her and steps into the shoes of whatever role she needs him to play. When her estranged son Conor comes to visit, he’s ready to tell his mother what he’s spent years leaving unsaid. But if he wants her to hear him, he’ll have to step into the scene.
Lost Lear was influenced by the experiences the writer, Dan Colley, had when his grandmother lived with dementia. The play was first workshopped and performed at the Riverbank Arts Centre before being staged at the 2022 Dublin Theatre Festival. Subsequent runs of the play have been staged, including a run in Edinburgh, where it won The Scotsman Fringe First Award 2025.
Lost Lear Broadway Cast
- Joy – Jessica Chastain
- Conor – Corey Stoll
- Liam – Michael Urie
Jessica Chastain plays Joy. She is an Academy Award-winning actress and one of Hollywood’s most acclaimed actresses. Her expansive career in film, television and stage includes features in The Eyes of Tammy Faye, Zero Dark Thirty and Interstellar. Her last performance on Broadway was her Tony Award-nominated performance in A Doll’s House.
Corey Stoll plays Conor. The Golden Globe and Tony nominee credits include Brandon Jacob-Jenkins ' Appropriate, Othello, and House of Cards. His recent projects include Dan Brown’s The Secret of Secrets for Netflix and an untitled Monsterverse series for Apple.
Michael Urie plays Liam. The Emmy-nominator actor, producer and director has won multiple awards, including a Drama Desk and Obie Award. He recently starred in Oh, Mary! on Broadway as well as reprising the role for the West End transfer. Other credits include Once Upon A Mattress, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and Spamalot.
The Creative Team of Lost Lear
Lost Lear is written and directed by Irish playwright Dan Colley. Some of his work, which has a particular focus on theatre for young audiences, includes Animals and The Maker. He also adapted A Very Old Man With Enormous Wings by Gabriel García Márquez, which was nominated for two Irish Times Theatre Awards and four Dublin Fringe Awards.
The play features production design by three-time Tony Award winner Scott Pask (Finding Neverland), lighting design by five-time Tony Award nominee Heather Gilbert (Midnight at the Never Get), sound design by Tony Award winner Cody Spencer (The Outsiders), projection design by Tony Award winner Hana S. Kim (Warriors) and Yana Biryukova (Disruption) and original music by Daniel McAuley.
Tickets for Lost Lear at Booth Theatre
Dan Colley’s “theatrical tour de force” (The Arts Review) Lost Lear arrives at New York City’s Booth Theatre for a strictly limited run in 2027. Starring a star-studded cast, including Jessica Chastain, this unique take on Shakespeare’s play, portrayed through the mind of a person with dementia, will capture your every thought. Don’t miss this beautiful play in New York City for the first time – secure your tickets for Lost Lear today.
Next Performances
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| Good Availability Mon 29 Mar, 8.00pm | from $80.00 |
| Good Availability Tue 30 Mar, 8.00pm | from $80.00 |
| Good Availability Wed 31 Mar, 8.00pm | from $80.00 |
| Good Availability Thu 1 Apr, 8.00pm | from $80.00 |
| Good Availability Fri 2 Apr, 8.00pm | from $105.00 |
| Good Availability Sat 3 Apr, 2.00pm | from $105.00 |
| Good Availability Sat 3 Apr, 8.00pm | from $105.00 |
| Good Availability Mon 5 Apr, 8.00pm | from $80.00 |
The play contains heavy themes surrounding ageing, illness, and family dysfunction.
The appearance of any performer cannot be guaranteed and is always subject to illness, injury and statutory holiday entitlement.
Show Times
| Matinee | Evening | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | 8.00pm |
| Tuesday | - | 7.00pm 8.00pm |
| Wednesday | 2.00pm | 7.00pm 8.00pm |
| Thursday | - | 7.00pm 8.00pm |
| Friday | 5.00pm | 8.00pm 8.30pm |
| Saturday | 2.00pm | 8.00pm |
| Sunday | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lost Lear on Broadway playing in New York?
Lost Lear on Broadway is playing at the Booth Theatre, 222 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036.
What is the age recommendation for Lost Lear on Broadway?
Lost Lear on Broadway is best for age 14+.
How long is Lost Lear on Broadway?
The running time for Lost Lear on Broadway at Booth Theatre is 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Is there an intermission during Lost Lear on Broadway?
No, Lost Lear on Broadway doesn't have an intermission.
Can I buy tickets for Lost Lear on Broadway at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Booth Theatre box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search including discounts not available at the box office.
What is the refund / cancellation policy?
Tickets for Lost Lear on Broadway are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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