The Dead, 1904 Off-Broadway Tickets, News, Info & More
James Joyce’s novella, The Dead, describes a holiday gathering on January 6, 1904, the Feast of the Epiphany, in the Dublin home of two elderly sisters, Kate and Julia Morkan, and their niece, Mary Jane. At the party are students, friends, a celebrated tenor, a lost alcoholic, and the couple, Gabriel and Gretta Conroy. Over the course of an evening, there are conversations, music, dancing, and dining. There are speeches and disagreements – polite and impolite – and when it is all over Gabriel learns something about his wife that changes his sense of who she is and who they are to each other, of what it actually means to be alive, and to be dead.
This exquisite recreation of James Joyce’s haunting story was the most sought-after theatrical event of New York’s 2016 and 2017 holiday seasons. We relish the opportunity to welcome you again, or for the first time.
The Dead, 1904 - Off-Broadway Cast
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The Dead, 1904: James Joyce and The Living, 2024
8 / 10
A return production, in fact. The Dead, 1904—adapted by Paul Muldoon and Jean Hanff Korelitz from the Joyce short story, directed by Ciarán O’Reilly—originated as a site-specific production at the Historical Society back in 2016. A delightful divertissement, it was remounted in 2017 and 2018. Now, after a hiatus, it seems to have grown even more evocative. Or perhaps our perceptions of ghosts and the dead have changed since 2016. This two-hour trip through time, fueled by piano and violin, cider and stout, is a decided change of pace from a typical evening’s entertainment. Between the talents on display, the turn of the century (1900) ambience, and the hearty meal served communally to the 1904 and 2024 guests, The Dead is a distinctly unique evening’s entertainment.
The Dead, 1904: Irish Rep Brings James Joyce Adaptation Home (to New York) for the Holidays
8 / 10
Christopher Innvar, stepping into a role played by the estimable Boyd Gaines eight years ago, brings an easy authority and charisma to Gabriel, while capturing the complacency that, for example, prompts him to ask Lily about her personal life. And in his scene alone with Gretta, played by a tender, radiant Kate Baldwin—one of musical theater’s more elegant leading ladies, who happily gets to sing here as well—Innvar conveys both the unease such men can experience when their perspectives come into question and the curiosity and yearning that distinguishes some from others.
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Winsome Brown Take Over for Kate Baldwin in Final Week of THE DEAD, 1904
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 19, 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 19, 2024
Obie Award winner Winsome Brown will take on the role of Gretta Conroy in The Dead, 1904, replacing Kate Baldwin. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Kate Baldwin and Christopher Innvar Unpack THE DEAD, 1904
by Joey Mervis - December 6, 2024
by Joey Mervis - December 6, 2024
Irish Repertory Theatre is now presenting The Dead, 1904, the immersive adaptation of James Joyce’s classic story. In this video, stars Kate Baldwin and Christopher Innvar chat about starring in the new production.
Video: Watch a New Trailer For THE DEAD, 1904 at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - December 6, 2024
by Stephi Wild - December 6, 2024
Irish Repertory Theatre is now presenting The Dead, 1904, the immersive adaptation of James Joyce’s classic story. Check out a new video trailer here!
Review Roundup: THE DEAD, 1904 at the Irish Rep
by Nicole Rosky - November 27, 2024
by Nicole Rosky - November 27, 2024
Next up at the Irish Repertory Theatre is The Dead, 1904, the immersive adaptation of James Joyce’s classic story. Adapted by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Irish poet Paul Muldoon and novelist Jean Hanff Korelitz, it is directed by Irish Rep co-founder Ciarán O’Reilly. Check out what the critics are saying about the new revival!
Úna Clancy Joins THE DEAD, 1904 at Irish Rep
by Stephi Wild - November 5, 2024
by Stephi Wild - November 5, 2024
The Dead, 1904, the immersive adaptation of James Joyce’s classic story, has announced a change in casting. Estelle Parsons has departed the production due to personal conflicts. “Aunt Kate” will be played by Irish actress Úna Clancy.
Kate Baldwin and Christopher Innvar Join Irish Rep's THE DEAD, 1904
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 17, 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 17, 2024
The full cast has been revealed for Irish Repertory Theatre's return of The Dead, 1904 - an immersive adaptation of James Joyce’s classic story, “The Dead,” adapted by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Irish poet Paul Muldoon. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Estelle Parsons and Mary Beth Peil to Star in Irish Rep's THE DEAD, 1904
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2024
Academy Award winner Estelle Parsons and Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil will come to The American Irish Historical Society townhouse for the long-awaited return of The Dead, 1904. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
The Dead, 1904 History
Other Productions of The Dead, 1904
| 2016 | Off-Broadway |
Irish Repertory 2016 Off-Broadway Revival Off-Broadway |
| 2017 | Off-Broadway |
Irish Repertory Theatre 2017 Return Engagement Off-Broadway |
| 2018 | Off-Broadway |
Irish Repertory Theatre 2018 Return Engagement Off-Broadway |
| 2024 | Off-Broadway |
Irish Rep Off-Broadway Production Off-Broadway |
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