'The Call' Trailer
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The Call
Peter Jay Sharp Theater
Written by
Tanya Barfield
Directed by Leigh Silverman
When Annie and Peter decide to adopt, they come to set their sights on a child from Africa. But when the reality of this choice sinks in, it opens a well of uncertainty that speaks to their very identity as White Americans. Politically-charged and tack-sharp, The Call is a startling portrait of cultural divide, casting global issues into the heart of an American home.
Co-produced with Primary Stages.
Featuring
Peter
Annie
Rebecca
Drea
Alemu
Creative Team
Rachel Hauck
Scenic Designer
Matt Frey
Lighting Designer
Emily Rebholz
Costume Designer
Jill BC DuBoff
Sound Desginer
Vanessa Coakley
Production Stage Manager
Playwrights Horizons’ 2012/2013 season productions are generously supported by the Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.
The Call has received generous support from the Peter Jay Sharp Foundation.
Photos by Jeremy Daniel.
“CRITIC'S PICK. THOUGHTFUL AND ENGROSSING. Smart, natural, sparkling dialogue by Tanya Barfield, incisively directed by Leigh Silverman. Kerry Butler gives a nuanced and affecting performance. ”
— Charles Isherwood, New York Times“TOUCHING, INTELLIGENT, TART and GROUNDED. Eisa Davis is simmering and sharp. Kelly AuCoin is innately charming. Russell G. Jones is wonderfully moving. Crystal A. Dickinson is fiercely funny. ”
— Jennifer Farrar, Associated Press
“RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES. A fine production. ”
— Elisabeth Vincentelli, NY Post
