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Early Reviews Split on Michelle Williams–Led ‘Anna Christie’ at St. Ann’s Warehouse

Initial critiques emphasize striking stagecraft but cite uneven acting, accent issues and fussy design choices.

Overview

  • The revival runs in Brooklyn through February 1, 2026 at St. Ann’s Warehouse, with tickets listed at $99 to $199.
  • Thomas Kail directs a cast led by Michelle Williams with Tom Sturridge and Brian d’Arcy James, supported by movement from Steven Hoggett and scenography by Christine Jones and Brett J. Banakis.
  • The Guardian and TheaterMania deliver negative notices, calling the staging tedious and Williams miscast, with critiques of unclear tone and underpowered chemistry.
  • New York Theater offers a more favorable take, praising expressionistic stagecraft that delivers electrifying moments even as heavy dialects and uneven performances limit clarity.
  • Reviewers describe bold mechanics—fog effects, a swinging metal beam and ensemble-driven scene changes—with reports of preview glitches including sound problems and prop mishaps.