PREPARE TO BE INTENSELY ENTERTAINED
PREPARE TO BE INTENSELY ENTERTAINED
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By Joshua Harmon
pRAYER FOR THE fRENCH rEPUBLIC
In 1944, a Jewish couple in Paris awaits news of their missing family. Seventy years later, their descendants face the same question: “Are we safe?” Spanning five generations, Prayer for the French Republic is a sweeping, darkly funny exploration of history, identity, and survival. Don’t miss the Chicago premiere of this powerful play, blending sharp humor and profound drama in a story as timely as it is timeless.
April 10 – May 11, 2025
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