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First Look at the Public's Production of Richard Nelson's Hungry

The play is the first in Nelson’s newest three-play cycle.

The Public Theater has released production photos from its currently running world premiere of The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family, Part I – Hungry. Written and directed by Richard Nelson, the play is the first in Nelson's new three-play cycle, which also includes What Did You Expect (premiering in September) and Women of a Certain Age (opening on election night, November 8, 2016). Hungry will run through March 27 with an opening night set for March 4.

Amy Warren, Lynn Hawley, and Jay O. Sanders in Richard Nelson's Hungry.
Amy Warren, Lynn Hawley, and Jay O. Sanders in Richard Nelson's Hungry.
(© Joan Marcus)

Each play in The Gabriels cycle will open on the day it is set and unfold in real time over a couple of hours. These three new plays will track the lives of the Gabriels throughout the coming presidential election year. Hungry places us in the Gabriels' kitchen where the family discusses their lives and disappointments, and the world at large and nearby, as they struggle against the fear of being left behind and the challenge to find resilience in the face of loss.

Maryann Plunkett, Lynn Hawley, and Meg Gibson in Hungry, which Richard Nelson also directs.
Maryann Plunkett, Lynn Hawley, and Meg Gibson in Hungry, which Richard Nelson also directs.
(© Joan Marcus)

The complete cast includes Meg Gibson (Karin Gabriel), Lynn Hawley (Hannah Gabriel), Roberta Maxwell (Patricia Gabriel), Maryann Plunkett (Mary Gabriel), Jay O. Sanders (George Gabriel), and Amy Warren (Joyce Gabriel). The same core acting company is to be featured in all three productions.

Lynn Hawley, Amy Warren, Maryann Plunkett, and Meg Gibson in Hungry, which will run through March 27 at The Public.
Lynn Hawley, Amy Warren, Maryann Plunkett, and Meg Gibson in Hungry, which will run through March 27 at The Public.
(© Joan Marcus)

All three plays will feature scenic design by Susan Hilferty and Jason Ardizzone-West, costume design by Susan Hilferty, lighting design by Jennifer Tipton, and sound design by Scott Lehrer and Will Pickens.

Lynn Hawley and Maryann Plunkett in Hungry, Play One of The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family.
Lynn Hawley and Maryann Plunkett in Hungry, Play One of The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family.
(© Joan Marcus)

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