An American Daughter tickets
About An American Daughter
This Summer, La Femme Theatre Productions presents An American Daughter, by Pulitzer Prize-winner Wendy Wasserstein. Directed by Sarna Lapine, this production stars Montego Glover, Robert Sean Leonard & Jean Lichty with Dakin Matthews, Mary Beth Peil, Ryan Spahn, Will Devary, Chris Ghaffari & Carmen Zilles. Set against the glare of politics and media, An American Daughter is a sharp, comedic drama about a woman whose rise to national power is threatened when a minor personal mistake ignites a public scandal that exposes America’s double standards for ambitious women.
Run time
2hr 30min. (Approx.) Incl. intermission.
Categories
Age
Ages 12+.
Start date
July 23rd, 2026
End date
September 20th, 2026
“Timely themes undermined by a miscast lead”
Relevant Revival Hobbled by Casting Woes
This revival of Wendy Wasserstein's political dramedy about a female surgeon general nominee ensnared by scandal features themes that remain strikingly relevant decades after its premiere. Audiences c...
What It Feels Like
- Thought-provoking
- Frustratingly uneven
- Politically charged
You’ll Love This If…
- You appreciate sharp political commentary on gender double standards
- You enjoy strong supporting performances despite an uneven lead
- You want to experience Wendy Wasserstein's feminist themes firsthand
I was disappointed in the direction and pacing. There were some excellent actors who were not well served by their director. It was a Wendy Wasserstein play I did not see in its original production, and I think I'll read it now to get the intended stimulation. Perhaps better on the page than on the stage....
I expected something different but I still enjoyed it.
Interesting ideas that are still relevant regarding politics, feminism and being cancelled. The lead actor was unconvincing undermining the relevance of the script.
An American Daughter cast and creative team
By: Wendy Wasserstein
Director: Sarna Lapine
Cast list: Montego Glover, Robert Sean Leonard, Jean Lichty, Dakin Matthews, Mary Beth Peil, Ryan Spahn, Will DeVary, Chris Ghaffari, Carmen Zilles
Sets: Mikiko Suzuki MacAdams
Costumes: Risa Ando (costume consultant)
Lighting: Alan C. Edwards
Sound: Darron L West
Other info: Props design by Kathy Fabian/Propstar, dramaturgy by Amy Stoller