ENGLISH
Student Matinees
Apr 15, 2026 - Apr 22, 2026
Wednesday, April 15, 2026: 10:30 AM
Wednesday, April 22, 2026: 10:30 AM
Recommended for grades 8th - 12th.
Running Time: 1 hour 40 minutes + 15 minute Q&A
New York Times Critic's Pick 
“Few are the standout gems—those plays that conquer an audience so wholly you feel a delicious two-way crackle in the room. English is one such gem.” (Tim Teeman, The Daily Beast). Straight off their critically acclaimed Broadway run, this strictly limited return engagement of this five time Tony nominated and Pulitzer Prize-winning sensation must end April 26.
Written by Sanaz Toossi and directed by Knud Adams, “English is a wonder, with unfailing wit, grace, and compassion” (Greg Evans, Deadline). Set in an Iranian classroom where four adult students and their teacher leapfrog through a linguistic playground, this is a funny, stunning triumph about the universal foibles of language and miscommunication. “The result is exquisite.” (Adam Feldman, Time Out New York).
The Farhang Foundation is the official cultural partner and sponsor of ENGLISH
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