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PHOTO FLASH: Dick Cavett, Penn & Teller, Michael Riedel, Todd Robbins at Play Dead Opening Night

Michael Riedel and Todd Robbins
(© Richard Kornberg & Associates)
Michael Riedel and Todd Robbins
(© Richard Kornberg & Associates)

Play Dead, a new play by Teller and Todd Robbins, opened at Players Theatre on Wednesday, November 10.

This thriller that explores themes of death, darkness, and deception through both storytelling and stage illusions. Teller directed the production, which stars Robbins.

The creative team includes scenic designer David Korins, lighting designer Thom Weaver, sound designer Leon Rothberg, and composer Gary Stockdale.

New York Post journalist Michael Riedel was chosen last night as an audience “victim.” Additional first nighters included Dick Cavett, Joel Grey, and Penn Jillette, Teller’s frequent magic partner.


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Penn Jillette, Todd Robbins, and Teller
(© Richard Kornberg & Associates)
Penn Jillette, Todd Robbins, and Teller
(© Richard Kornberg & Associates)

Dick Cavett
(© Richard Kornberg & Associates)
Dick Cavett
(© Richard Kornberg & Associates)