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This is Our Youth Revival 2014

Opened: September 11, 2014
Closing: January 04, 2015

This is Our Youth - 2014 Broadway History , Info & More

Kenneth Lonergan's comedy THIS IS OUR YOUTH is coming to Broadway for the first time, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro and starring Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin, and Tavi Gevinson. THIS IS OUR YOUTH follows three wayward young people as they navigate 1982 New York, recreating their broken homes in both their dysfunctional friendships and their bungled attempts at finding love. THIS IS OUR YOUTH is a living snapshot of the moment when young people first find themselves on the threshold of adulthood-far more sophisticated than their parents realize, and far less effectual than they themselves can possibly imagine.

THIS IS OUR YOUTH reminds us why The New York Times calls Kenneth Lonergan "arguably the most important American playwright of the last 20 years," and why Slate calls him "the most potent dramatic voice of his generation."


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'This Is Our Youth' review: Michael Cera in deep slacker comedy
8 / 10

There are just three characters in 'This Is Our Youth' and three gifted, demographically hot-button actors onstage in this Broadway premiere of Kenneth Lonergan's 1996 slacker comedy. And yet, as the deceptively shaggy story unwinds in a single one-room crash pad, we don't just get to know these three privileged, directionless offspring of successful Upper West Side Jewish parents in 1982. Thanks to the playwright's meticulously hand-picked insights and Anna D. Shapiro's tight yet seemingly easygoing direction, we somehow feel we have spent a couple of amusing and ultimately painful hours with an entire world of offstage parents, drug dealers and friends of friends.

'This is Our Youth': Theater Review
9 / 10

Unfortunately, what must have worked beautifully in the Steppenwolf's far more intimate environs doesn't fully register in the large house, making the play seem smaller than it really is. This is despite the expert direction by Shapiro, who's guided the performers, two of them playing their first stage roles, into vividly memorable turns. The 31-year-old Culkin...is undeniably too old for the role, but he perfectly captures Dennis' youthful braggadocio as well as his carefully hidden insecurities...Cera...Playing not too far from his familiar dorky screen persona, he makes an impressive stage debut, fully mining the pathos and humor of the fumbling Warren and easily scoring the evening's biggest laughs. The 18-year-old, waif-like Gevinson has no such problem in terms of age...But the awkwardness she displays onstage, whether intentional or not, works beautifully for the role of a young woman struggling with a transition into adulthood, and her off-kilter line readings are consistently engaging.

Photo Flash: Inside Look at Broadway Star and Blogger Tavi Gevinson's New York Life
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2015


The Coveteur just did a story profiling THIS IS OUR YOUTH actress and ROOKIE blogger Tavi Gevinson's New York apartment and wardrobe. Check out some photos from the piece below, and see the full spread of images here!

BWW Flashback: THIS IS OUR YOUTH Closes on Broadway Tonight
by BWW Special Coverage - January 4, 2015


VIDEO: Michael Cera Talks Broadway's THIS IS OUR YOUTH & More on 'Tonight'
by Caryn Robbins - November 22, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, guest Michael Cera talked to Jimmy about his Broadway show This Is Our Youth and their discussion gets heated when Michael brings up a backstage incident.

THIS IS OUR YOUTH's Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin & Tavi Gevinson Set for TimesTalks Today
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2014


Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, currently starring on Broadway in the critically acclaimed Steppenwolf production of Kenneth Lonergan's This is Our Youth will appear in their very first 'TimesTalks' with New York Times culture reporter Dave Itzkoff, today, November 14th at 5:30PM.

THIS IS OUR YOUTH's Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin & Tavi Gevinson Set for TimesTalks, 11/14
by Tyler Peterson - October 31, 2014


Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, currently starring on Broadway in the critically acclaimed Steppenwolf production of Kenneth Lonergan's This is Our Youth will appear in their very first 'TimesTalks' with New York Times culture reporter Dave Itzkoff, Friday, November 14th at 5:30PM.

VIDEO: Michael Cera Talks Broadway Debut in THIS IS OUR YOUTH
by Caryn Robbins - October 23, 2014


Michael Cera stopped by this morning's TODAY to talk about making his Broadway debut in Kenneth Lonergan's THIS IS OUR YOUTH, which focuses on the awkwardness of young adulthood.

Vets and Newbies - Meet the Cast of THIS IS OUR YOUTH, Running Through January on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - October 19, 2014


Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed THIS IS OUR YOUTH opened on Broadway on September 11, 2014, and runs through January 4, 2015 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street). In this production, Michael Cera makes his New York stage debut opposite Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, which premiered at Steppenwolf in Chicago this past summer, and is directed by Anna D. Shapiro. Scroll down to learn more about the full cast and watch interviews with the company below!

TV: On the Red Carpet for THIS IS OUR YOUTH with Chris Rock, Bobby Cannavale & More!
by Nicole Rosky - September 13, 2014


The Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed This is Our Youth, just opened on Broadway last night at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48 Street). In this production, Michael Cera makes his New York stage debut opposite Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, which premiered at Steppenwolf in Chicago this past summer, and is directed by Anna D. Shapiro. The limited engagement of This is Our Youth runs through Sunday, January 4, 2015. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on the red carpet to chat with all of the opening night guests before the curtain went up. Click below to check out interviews with Marin Ireland, Bobby Cannavale, Chris Rock and more!

Photo Coverage: Outside the THIS IS OUR YOUTH Stage Door on Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - September 12, 2014


The Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed This is Our Youth, just opened on Broadway last night at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48 Street). In this production, Michael Cera makes his New York stage debut opposite Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, which premiered at Steppenwolf in Chicago this past summer, and is directed by Anna D. Shapiro. The limited engagement of This is Our Youth runs through Sunday, January 4, 2015. BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage from outside the stage door below!

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night Arrivals for THIS IS OUR YOUTH
by Walter McBride - September 12, 2014


The Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed This is Our Youth, just opened on Broadway last night at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48 Street). In this production, Michael Cera makes his New York stage debut opposite Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, which premiered at Steppenwolf in Chicago this past summer, and is directed by Anna D. Shapiro. The limited engagement of This is Our Youth runs through Sunday, January 4, 2015. BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage from the opening night red carpet below!

BWW Reviews: THIS IS OUR YOUTH, Entitled Slacker Nostalgia
by Michael Dale - September 12, 2014


Anna D. Shapiro's Steppenwold production softens Kenneth Lonergan's satirical edges.

TV: Watch Highlights from Broadway's THIS IS OUR YOUTH - Opens Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - September 11, 2014


Opening night tonight, September 11 at 7:00 pm for the Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed This is Our Youth. In this production, Michael Cera makes his New York stage debut opposite Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, which premiered at Steppenwolf in Chicago this past summer, and is directed by Anna D. Shapiro. The limited engagement of This is Our Youth runs through Sunday, January 4, 2015 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48 Street). BroadwayWorld brings you highlights of the cast in action below!

Review Roundup: THIS IS OUR YOUTH Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - September 11, 2014


Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed This is Our Youth opens on Broadway tonight, September 11. Let's see what the critics had to say...

THIS IS OUR YOUTH, Starring Michael Cera, Opens on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2014


Tonight, September 11, the Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed This is Our Youth opens on Broadway. Michael Cera makes his New York stage debut opposite Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, which premiered at Steppenwolf in Chicago this past summer, and is directed by Anna D. Shapiro. The limited engagement of This is Our Youth runs through Sunday, January 4, 2015 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48 Street).

Photo Flash: First Look at Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson in Broadway's THIS IS OUR YOUTH
by BWW News Desk - September 9, 2014


Opening night is this Thursday, September 11 at 7:00 pm for the Steppenwolf Theatre Company's new production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed This is Our Youth. In this production, Michael Cera makes his New York stage debut opposite Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, which premiered at Steppenwolf in Chicago this past summer, and is directed by Anna D. Shapiro. The limited engagement of This is Our Youth runs through Sunday, January 4, 2015 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48 Street). BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

THIS IS OUR YOUTH, Starring Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson, Begins Previews Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2014


Today, August 18, Steppenwolf's production of Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed comedy This is Our Youth begins previews at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48 Street).

First Listen: THIS IS OUR YOUTH's Michael Cera Releases Folk Album TRUE THAT
by Jessica Showers - August 16, 2014


Michael Cera, star of THIS IS OUR YOUTH on Broadway this fall, released an indie folk album last week on August 8 without much fanfare, but the project, titled 'true that', is getting quite a bit of attention despite the actor's under-the-radar sensibilities.

This is Our Youth History

Other Productions of This is Our Youth

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This is Our Youth - 2014 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play Kenneth Lonergan
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Sonia Friedman
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Steppenwolf Theatre Company
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play John Johnson
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Sue Wagner
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Joey Parnes
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Fred Adler
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Catherine Adler
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Jhett Tolentino
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Joan Raffe
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Daryl Roth
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Heni Koenigsberg
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play The Araca Group
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Tulchin Bartner
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Stephanie P. McClelland
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Scott M. Delman
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Ruth Hendel
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play The Shubert Organization
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Roy Furman
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Jon B. Platt
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play William Berlind
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Roger Berlind
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Eli Bush
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Scott Rudin
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