Directed by Davis McCallum, the world-premiere production began previews Nov. 21. It will continue through Jan. 4, 2015.
Joining Knight (Romeo and Juliet, ) are (Wit, Hit the Wall), Crystal Finn (16 Words or Less, Breaking the Spell), Tony Award nominee (, ), (, ), Leah Karpel (Hot L Baltimore, 4000 Miles), Cameron Scoggins (The Big Meal, Lovers), (, Come Back Little Sheba), Danny Wolohan (The Patron Saint of Sea Monsters, An Octoroon) and Elvy Yost (Black Tie, The Belle of Belfast).
"Eddie (Mr. Knight) manages an Italian chain restaurant in Pocatello 鈥� a small, unexceptional American city that is slowly being paved over with strip malls and franchises," press notes state. "But he can鈥檛 serve enough Soup, Salad and Breadstick Specials to make his hometown feel like home. Against the harsh backdrop of Samuel D. Hunter鈥檚 Idaho, this heartbreaking comedy is a cry for connection in an increasingly lonely American landscape."
Hunter's plays include The Whale, The Few, A Bright New Boise, A Permanent Image and Jack鈥檚 Precious Moment. .
The production features scenic design by Lauren Helpern, costume design by , lighting design by Eric Southern and sound design by . The production stage manager is Lisa Ann Chernoff.
More information is available by calling (212) 279-4200 or visiting .
