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Broadway’s Bug Extends Through Feb. 22 After Strong Opening

Critical acclaim for Carrie Coon’s performance drives fresh demand.

Overview

  • Manhattan Theatre Club’s premiere opened January 8 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, transferring Steppenwolf’s revival of Tracy Letts’ thriller directed by David Cromer.
  • Producers added two weeks to the schedule, setting the limited run through February 22 following opening-night reviews and audience interest.
  • Carrie Coon stars as Agnes alongside Namir Smallwood as Peter, with Randall Arney, Jennifer Engstrom and Steve Key in supporting roles.
  • Reviews describe a disturbing psychological drama about paranoia and shared delusion, frequently hailing Coon’s turn even as some note uneven pacing and scale.
  • Design and atmosphere draw strong praise, highlighting Takeshi Kata’s set, Heather Gilbert’s lighting and Josh Schmidt’s sound, with content warnings, extensive nudity and locked phone pouches in effect.