The Ally | |
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Written by | Itamar Moses |
Date premiered | February 15, 2024 |
Place premiered | The Public Theater |
Original language | English |
Subject | Free speech, Jewish identity, faith, Israel-Palestine conflict, Antisemitism, Race relations, police brutality, gentrification, Zionism, Anti-Asian racism |
Genre | Comedy-Drama |
The Ally is a play by the American playwright Itamar Moses, which revolves around a Jewish college professor who initially agrees to sign a student's manifesto address with police brutality until he sees language in the document criticizing Israel that he is uncomfortable with, ultimately forcing him to question his identity and faith. The play premiered Off-Broadway in February 2024 at the Anspacher Theatre at The Public Theater. The play was directed by Lila Neugebauer and stars Josh Radnor.