Join us for a special performance of David Rothenberg’s play The Castle featuring a cast of four formerly incarcerated New Yorkers–with 70 years behind bars between them–telling their stories of adversity, incarceration, freedom, and redemption. It’s a breathtaking drama you will never forget.

Conceived and directed by David Rothenberg

Written in collaboration with and performed by:

Vilma Ortiz Donovan • Philip Hall • Ervin Hunt • Casimiro Torres

David is a longtime friend of the Society, having participated in The Encampment for Citizenship in his youth. The Encampment, which brings together students “to develop critical thinking skills, activism skills, leadership qualities and the courage to work for social justice,” was founded by Society Leader Dr. Algernon D. Black and civic leader Alice K. Pollitzer in 1946.

Acclaim for THE CASTLE

“Staggering…The theatre is a fitting place for these tales about broken lives…this effective production proves that there is hope for redemption.” -Diane Snyder, TimeOut

“This show has a soul-tearing bite to it…the four performers are profoundly eloquent and their unpretentious self exposure demands attention.” – Sam Theilman, Variety

“A simple, fascinating production…It gives voice to a growing segment of the public, urging that we reconsider how we treat former offenders. You have never seen four people more proud to declare their status as taxpayers.” -Andy Webster, The New York Times

“Gripping theater, true and compelling…Brings the audience to tears.” -Ida Siegal, NBC

“Four formerly incarcerated individuals recount their lives before, inside, and after prison with raw honesty and occasional tears. You leave not only moved by the stories and the courage it takes to tell them, but also the power of art to help the people who make it heal.” -Lucille Scott, NYTheatre.com

“A unique theatrical event…a searing first look at the lives of formerly incarcerated New Yorkers.” -Linda Lenzi, BroadwayWorld.com

Tickets

$15 Society Members
$20 Public

Ticket Link TBA