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Bug

January 1, 2026 7:00 pm

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

Prepare for a provocative and unsettling theatrical experience with Bug, a gripping psychological thriller playing at the Samuel J Friedman Theatre in New York City. This intense production delves into themes of paranoia, isolation, and the human psyche, with a mature content warning for violence, drug use, profanity, and more.

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Why We Like It

  • Acclaimed playwright Tracy Letts' searing drama explores the darker corners of the human condition.
  • The production features a talented cast delivering powerful, edge-of-your-seat performances.
  • The Friedman Theatre's intimate setting heightens the show's claustrophobic and unsettling atmosphere.

Who Should Attend

Bug is recommended for mature audiences aged 14 and up who are interested in thought-provoking, boundary-pushing theater. The show's intense subject matter may not be suitable for younger viewers.

In the Spotlight

Tracy Letts

The acclaimed playwright behind the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama August: Osage County, known for his unflinching explorations of the human psyche.

About the Venue

Samuel J Friedman Theatre

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

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