New Jewish Theatre Announces 2022 Season

ST. LOUIS - Sept. 24, 2021 - PRLog -- The New Jewish Theatre is pleased to announce its 2022 season will open January 19, 2022. The upcoming season celebrates great Jewish themes, issues, writers, and composers.

"I am thrilled to continue the tradition of excellent theatre at the J," said Edward Coffield, Artistic Director. "I believe this season will engage and excite the community."

The highly acclaimed company returns after an unprecedented 20-month hiatus caused by the pandemic. The 24^th season of NJT opens with the funny and delightful Neil Simon's Laughter on the 23^rd Floor. In March, Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe takes the stage. In June, NJT will present Ken Ludwig's love letter to his grandparents, Dear Jack, Dear Louise. In September, NJT will produce the world premiere of The Bee Play by Elizabeth Savage. The season concludes with the charming and musical celebration of one of our great Jewish composers, Jerry's Girls the music of Jerry Herman featuring some of the best music written by the Broadway legend.

Season subscriptions are $225.00 - $245.00. Subscription packages are available as a classic five-show package or the popular Flex Pass, which allocates six passes to be used in any combination at the patron's discretion. Subscriptions go on sale September 27. Single tickets will be available in early December. Tickets may be purchased at the New Jewish Theatre Box Office, by phone at 314.442.3283 or online at newjewishtheatre.org

The New Jewish Theatre (https://jccstl.com/arts-ideas/new-jewish-theatre/)  is committed to the safety of our Audience and Artists. We have been certified with the Missouri ArtSafe program and follow guidelines provided by the Center for Disease Control, Missouri Governor Michael L. Parsons as well as Missouri Public Health officials and St. Louis County guidelines. To protect our community and ensure that we can continue to gather safely entry to a NJT production requires: Proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID test with matching ID. All Patrons must wear masks inside the building. Masks must cover the nose and chin.  The J has invested in addressing airflow in our building. We have increased our exhaust airflow to be scheduled 24/7 and increased the amount of outside air coming into the building. In addition, we have increased our MERV filter rating to purse more airborne particles.

Neil Simon's Laughter on the 23^rd Floor
January 19 – February 6
Directed by Eddie Coffield

Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan MacMillian with Jonny Donahoe
March 24 -April 10
Directed by Ellie Schwetye

Dear Jack, Dear Louise by Ken Ludwig
June 9 – June 26
Directed by Eddie Coffield

The Bee Play by Elizabeth Savage
A World Premier
Directed by Sarah Whitney
September 8 – 25, 2021

Jerry's Girls a Musical celebration by Jerry Herman
December 1 – December 18
Directed and Choreographed by Ellen Isom