“The Penitent  is TIMELY AND EXCITING!” – NBC

“You can still hear a little of that old MAMETIAN MAGIC. The language is both casual and formal and the result can be wonderful — like Schubert scoring a boxing match.”–The New York Times 

“BAUER MAKES A HEARTY MEAL OF MAMET’S JUICY DIALOGUE.” – Variety 

“ONE OF AMERICA’S MOST INFLUENTIAL DRAMATISTS.” – TheaterMania

World Premiere Play
THE PENITENT
By DAVID MAMET
Directed by NEIL PEPE
Linda Gross Theater, 336 W. 20th St
Run time: Approximately 90 minutes with a brief intermission.

Featuring Chris Bauer (“True Blood,” “Survivor’s Remorse”), Lawrence Gilliard Jr. (“Walking Dead,” “The Wire”), Jordan Lage (Race, Ghost Stories) and Rebecca Pidgeon (The Winslow Boy, “Phil Spector”)

A renowned psychiatrist is asked to testify on behalf of a young patient. When he refuses, his career, ethics and faith are thrown into question.

A thrilling world premiere from the great American dramatist and Atlantic co-founder David Mamet.

Visit atlantictheater.org for more info!