The New Group's The Adding Machine Announces Live Stream Performance

The New Group, in partnership with the League of Live Stream Theater, will present a special streaming release of its production of The Adding Machine by Elmer L. Rice, with revisions by Thomas Bradshaw, directed by Scott Elliott. The stream will be presented at curtain time on Tuesday, May 5 at 7:00 pm.

Featuring Sarita Choudhury, Michael Cyril Creighton, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Jennifer Tilly, The Adding Machine started performances on March 24 in the New Group’s new home at the Theater at St. Clement’s. It officially opens on April 14 and the run has been extended through May 17.

In the 1923 satire, Mr. Zero (Rubin-Vega) is just another cog who can’t fulfill his own needs, much less those of his wife Mrs. Zero (Tilly), or his workwife Daisy (Choudhury). But when Mr. Zero’s boss (Creighton) replaces him with a machine, Mr. Zero lashes out violently.

The production includes scenic design by Derek McLane, costume design by Catherine Zuber, lighting design by Jeff Croiter, sound design by Stan Mathabane, and wig design by Tom Watson.

This streaming initiative is part of the New Group’s access initiatives to provide theater for all audiences. Streaming tickets include a 24-hour replay and cost $39.99 per ticket (including a $9 service fee). A limited on-demand release may be offered following the live stream event, subject to availability. Click here for more information on how to purchase live stream tickets.