In the overwhelming quiet of the woods, six runaways from city life embark on a silent retreat. As these strangers confront internal demons both profound and absurd, their vows of silence collide with the achingly human need to connect. Filled with awkward and insightful humor, this unique and compassionate new play asks how we address life’s biggest questions when words fail us.
Direct from its critically acclaimed, sold-out engagement at Ars Nova, home to New York’s most groundbreaking and innovative new theatrical works, Small Mouth Sounds returned to New York for 12 weeks only. It was the quiet show that everyone was talking about, and for a limited time audiences had a second chance to see this uplifting and uproarious new play.
Who’s Who in the Cast: Returning Ars Nova cast members Brad Heberlee, Babak Tafti, Jojo Gonzalez, and Marcia DeBonis, were joined by new additions Max Baker, Quincy Tyler Bernstine, and Zoë Winters.
Playwright: Bess Wohl Director: Rachel Chavkin Theatre: Pershing Square Signature Center Opening Date: July 13, 2016
SMP’s Favorite Moment: The wholly individualized and immersive experience had by each audience member, based on their vantage point within the theater, and thanks to Rachel Chavkin’s inventive direction.
Outer Critics Circle Award:
John Gassner Award for an American Play - Bess Wohl
