Gruesome Playground Injuries tickets
About Gruesome Playground Injuries
Get Gruesome Playground Injuries tickets on TodayTix to see three-time Emmy Award nominee Nicholas Braun (Succession) and two-time Tony Award winner Kara Young (Purpose) in this electrifying drama about the bonds, and bruises, that tie us together. Gruesome Playground Injuries plays at the Lucille Lortel Theatre for a limited run only this November and December.
Experience Gruesome Playground Injuries in New York. Over the course of 30 years, the lives of Kayleen and Doug intersect at the most bizarre intervals, leading the two childhood friends to compare the scars that can't keep them apart. Tony Award nominee Neil Pepe (American Buffalo) directs Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph's “irresistibly odd and exciting” (NY Daily News) play. Presented By Seaview, Sue Wagner, and John Johnson, this haunting work returns to the New York stage in a sizzling new production.
For eight weeks only, see two of today's biggest stars in this fascinating play, Gruesome Playground Injuries off Broadway.
Run time
1hr 30min.
Categories
Age
Ages 16+.
Start date
November 7th, 2025
End date
December 27th, 2025
2 people who cant get their love act together over a lifetime
Kara Young’s vibrant performance style perfectly aligned with Nicolas Braun’s personality throughout the whole show. So happy I got the chance to watch!
This is a beautiful story told in a simple and meaningful way. The set and technical elements aided in the creation of the world of the play without overwhelming or complicating the story. The transformation of the actors was strong and consistent.
Stars on stage
Nicholas Braun
Kara Young
Gruesome Playground Injuries cast and creative team
By: Rajiv Joseph
Director: Neil Pepe
Cast List: Nicholas Braun (as Doug), Kara Young (as Kayleen)
Scenic Design: Arnulfo Maldonado
Costume Design: Sarah Laux
Lighting Design: Japhy Weideman
Sound Design and Original Music: David Van Tieghem
Other Info: Makeup Design by Brian Strumwasser
Venue
Accessibility
Special access restroom, infrared listening system, wheelchair and ramp access
More information about Gruesome Playground Injuries
Nicholas Braun and Kara Young are two of today's biggest names in TV and theatre, respectively, so to see them on stage has the team behind this play buzzing with excitement.
“Off-Broadway is the beating heart of New York and there is no more thrilling place in the world to present a play than the storied and historic Lucille Lortel Theater,” stated the producers for Gruesome Playground Injuries in a statement. “It has been the honor of a lifetime to produce plays with and at The Lortel over the last two years, and we cannot wait for audiences to have the opportunity to revisit Rajiv Joesph’s staggering, transporting, timeless and healing work this fall on Christopher Street.”
Acclaimed director Neil Pepe also shared some words of welcome in a statement: "I have known and loved Rajiv Joseph's work for years and am thrilled to be directing this seminal play. To have the opportunity to work with these two extraordinary actors, Kara Young and Nicholas Braun, is a gift."
What to watch for
- Kara Young is the first African-American actress to win two consecutive Tonys.
- Nicholas Braun's recent filmography includes Cat Person, Dream Scenario, and Splitsville.
- Director Neil Pepe has been the artistic director of Atlantic Theater Company since 1992
- Seaview is also presenting Prince Faggot off Broadway this season.
Tickets
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