THE LUNCHBOX

Rediscover the profound power of human connection in The Lunchbox — a new musical adaptation of Ritesh Batra’s internationally acclaimed film that overflows with heart, humor, and hope. A mistaken delivery in Mumbai’s famously efficient lunchbox system connects a lonely housewife to a jaded office worker, setting off an exchange of handwritten notes. Tucked in the folds of fragrant chapatis, amidst the vibrant pulse of Mumbai, their words blossom into a connection that might save them both. Directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown) and featuring performances from Manu Narayan (Broadway’s Bombay Dreams, Apple TV’s Your Friends & Neighbors) and Kuhoo Verma (Berkeley Rep’s Monsoon Wedding and Octet, Off-Broadway’s Heathers: The Musical), The Lunchbox is a tale of the beauty of small gestures — one that will leave you believing in the bravery of opening your heart to the unexpected.

Important dates

• Masks required: May 24, May 31 (matinee and evening), Jun 2, and Jun 7 (matinee)
•  Closed captioning: evenings May 28, 29, and 31, Jun 2 and 3; and every matinee through Jun 25
•  Audio description: Jun 27 matinee
• Postshow discussions: Jun 5, Jun 11, and Jun 16 — guided by members of Berkeley Rep’s artistic team
• Docent-led postshow discussions: after all matinees