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Bug

January 24, 2026 8:00 pm

Samuel J Friedman Theatre
261 W 47th St,, New York, NY 10036

Prepare for a provocative and intense theatrical experience with Bug, a gripping psychological thriller playing at the Samuel J Friedman Theatre in New York. This play contains mature themes and content, including violence, drug use, profanity, and nudity, and is recommended for audiences 14 and up. To ensure the privacy of the performers, all phones will be locked in Yondr pouches during the show.

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Why We Like It

  • Bug is a critically acclaimed play that explores the darker corners of the human psyche.
  • The production features powerful performances and a taut, suspenseful storyline.
  • The Friedman Theatre provides an intimate setting that heightens the intensity of the play.

Who Should Attend

Bug is best suited for mature audiences who appreciate thought-provoking, boundary-pushing theater. It will appeal to fans of psychological dramas, as well as those interested in exploring themes of mental illness, paranoia, and the human condition.

In the Spotlight

Bug

A gripping psychological thriller by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tracy Letts, exploring the descent into madness and the fragility of the human mind.

About the Venue

Samuel J Friedman Theatre

An intimate, 650-seat Broadway theater located in the heart of New York City's Theater District, providing an immersive and engaging viewing experience for audiences.

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