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First Look at World Premiere of Afterglow

The production opens June 23.

Jason Zednick

Off-Broadway

June 21, 2017

Patrick Reilly, Brandon Haagenson and Robbie Simpson star in Afterglow, written and directed by S. Asher Gelman. — Patrick Reilly, Brandon Haagenson, and Robbie Simpson star in *Afterglow*, written and directed by S. Asher Gelman.
(© Mati Bardosh Gelman)

The world premiere production of S. Asher Gelman's Afterglow is set to open Friday, June 23, in the Loft at the Davenport Theatre. Gelman directs the production, set to run through July 30.

Brandon Haagenson and Patrick Reilly in a scene from Afterglow. — Brandon Haagenson and Patrick Reilly in a scene from *Afterglow*.
(© Mati Bardosh Gelman)

Afterglow is described as "a raw, two-act play exploring the emotional, intellectual, and physical connections between three men and the broader implications within their relationships. Josh and Alex, a married couple in an open relationship, invite Darius to share their bed one night. When a new intimate connection begins to form, all three men must come to terms with their individual definitions of love, loyalty, and trust as futures are questioned, relationships are shaken, and commitments are challenged."

Brandon Haagenson and Robbie Simpson, hand in hand, have a conversation. — Robbie Simpson and Brandon Haagenson have a conversation.
(© Mati Bardosh Gelman)

Featured in the cast are Brandon Haagenson (Beauty and the Beast), Patrick Reilly (Dating My Mother), and Robbie Simpson (The Path). The creative team includes Ann Beyersdorfer (scenic design), Fabian Aguilar (costume design), Jamie Roderick (lighting design), and Alex Dietz-Kest (sound design).