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Marjorie Prime’ Opens on Broadway With June Squibb, Cynthia Nixon and Danny Burstein

Early reviews praise the ensemble, treating its AI themes as newly urgent.

Overview

  • The Second Stage revival opened December 8 at the Helen Hayes Theater following previews that began November 20.
  • Anne Kauffman directs the Broadway production starring June Squibb, Cynthia Nixon, Danny Burstein, and Christopher Lowell.
  • Set in a near future, the play features AI holographic ‘Primes’ that echo deceased loved ones, probing ethical questions about memory, grief, and edited recollections.
  • Critical response trends positive, with a New York Times Critic’s Pick and a review-roundup average near 90%, though some critics note an intellectual coolness alongside strong performances and design.
  • Reviewers highlight Squibb’s work at age 96—frequently cited as the oldest performer to open a Broadway show—and the limited run is scheduled through February 15, 2026, with tickets at 2st.com.