The Geffen celebrates the 60th anniversary of the hilarious and harrowing play “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?,” arguably Edward Albee’s most famous and most vicious masterpiece. Previews started on April 19 at Geffen Playhouse (the Gil Cates Theater). Opening night was Thursday, April 28, 2022….but you still have time to catch this legendary play through May 29, 2022 (it’s been extended). I reviewed the show (which was fantastic). CLICK HERE to read my review or go to the Reviews Page – under the Theater/Poetry/Books Page.

Calista Flockhart as Martha in “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf”; photo courtesy of the Geffen Playhouse

George and Martha, the American theater’s most notoriously dysfunctional couple, have invited the young and naive Nick and Honey over for drinks. What begins as harmless patter escalates to outright marital warfare, with the provincial newcomers caught in the crossfire. 

The cast includes Aimee Carrero (The Portuguese Kid, What Rhymes with America) as Honey, Calista Flockhart (Ally McBeal, Neil LaBute’s bash) as Martha, Graham Phillips (13: The Musical, The Good Wife) as Nick and Zachary Quinto (Star Trek franchise, The Boys in the Band) as George.

Runtime: 3 hours, including two 10 minute intermissions; This play contains adult subject matter, profanity, and the smoking of herbal cigarettes. Not recommended to those under the age of 14. Children under 6 years of age will not be admitted.For the health, safety and well-being of the Geffen’s patrons, staff and artists, all guests are required to be vaccinated and to wear masks. CLICK HERE to read the Geffen Playhouse’s current COVID-19 vaccination policy before purchasing.

From left to right: George (Zachary Quinto), Nick (Graham Phillips), Martha (Calista Flockhart); on couch – Honey (Aimee Carrero)

Admission ranges from $30 – $149 per person; CLICK HERE to purchase tickets or call 310.208.2028; Fees may apply; Previews: Tuesday, April 19 – Wednesday, April 27, 2022; Opening Night: Thursday, April 28, 2022; Closing Night: Sunday, May 22, 2022;

What: “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”
Where: Gil Cates Theater at Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Avenue, LA, 90024
When: Runs through May 22, 2022; Tuesday – Friday 7:30pm; Saturday 1:00pm and 7:00pm; Sunday 1:00pm and 7:00pm
Website: https://www.geffenplayhouse.org/