Play 'The Fear of 13' Opens at James Earl Jones Theatre
The play 'The Fear of 13' premiered on April 15, 2026, featuring Adrien Brody in his Broadway debut. The production, directed by David Cromer and written by Lindsey Ferrentino, explores the story of Nick Yarris, who spent 22 years on death row in Pennsylvania.
DeadlineThe play 'The Fear of 13' opened on April 15, 2026, at the James Earl Jones Theatre located at 138 W. 48th Street. The production runs for one hour and 50 minutes with no intermission. Adrien Brody makes his Broadway debut in the role of Nick Yarris, a man who spent 22 years on death row in Pennsylvania for a crime he did not commit.
Brody, who won an Oscar for his role in 'The Pianist', last performed onstage at age 12 before taking the role in London in 2024. The play is directed by David Cromer and written by Lindsey Ferrentino. Tessa Thompson plays Jacki Miles, a prison volunteer, while Ephraim Sykes, Eddie Cooper, and Victor Cruz portray other prisoners.
The narrative is inspired by a 2015 British documentary titled 'The Fear of 13', which details Yarris's experiences and was directed by David Sington.
Story Timeline
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'The Fear of 13' opened at the James Earl Jones Theatre.
2 sourcesNew York Post · Deadline - 2024
Adrien Brody took the role in London.
1 sourceNew York Post - 2015
The documentary 'The Fear of 13' was released.
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Potential Impact
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Adrien Brody's involvement could increase ticket sales due to his Oscar-winning status.
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The play may attract audiences interested in true crime and social justice themes.
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The production may influence discussions around the death penalty and wrongful convictions.
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