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Marjorie Prime Opens on Broadway at the Hayes Theater to Strong Early Reviews

Early reviews praise the cast, noting the AI premise feels newly urgent.

Overview

  • Jordan Harrison’s play officially opened December 8 at Second Stage’s Helen Hayes Theater, with the engagement scheduled through February 15, 2026.
  • June Squibb, 96, stars as Marjorie in a milestone turn noted by critics as the oldest performer to open a Broadway show.
  • Anne Kauffman directs the revival with design by Lee Jellinek (scenic), Márion Talán de la Rosa (costumes), Ben Stanton (lighting) and Daniel Kluger (sound and music).
  • The drama centers on AI holographic ‘Primes’ used to preserve or reshape memories, a premise reviewers say resonates more strongly given current real‑world AI.
  • Critics single out June Squibb, Cynthia Nixon and Danny Burstein—often citing Burstein’s emotional grounding—while some note a cool, idea‑forward tone; tickets are available via 2st.com.