@BenLayPlay

By Naomi Wallace & Marcus Rediker, directed by Ron Daniels, starring Mark Povinelli

 New York, New York
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Joined February 2023
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Our journey in NYC has officially ended, but the story doesn’t stop there! 🎭 Don’t miss the next iteration of THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY starring @markpovinelli, playing @QuintessencePHL theatre in Philadelphia, PA from May 1 to May 18. 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
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Tickets are now available: quintessencetheatre.org/ther…

The Return of Benjamin Lay — Quintessence Theatre

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Our friend Dr. Jennifer Arnold stopped by the @SheenCenter last night to see THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY with her friends and family during our final weekend in NYC! Thank you for celebrating the story of Ben Lay with all of us, Dr. Arnold!
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“Who should see this? I think anybody who wants to feel that they’re watching something that has something important to say. People who want to re–energize their heart to feel that there is important theatre being done in New York…” 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
As Benjamin Lay, Mark Povinelli is seen seated in a brown chair, raising a single paper pamphlet in the air with his right hand.

ALT As Benjamin Lay, Mark Povinelli is seen seated in a brown chair, raising a single paper pamphlet in the air with his right hand.

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“…that there are important stories that will always be told, and this is one of them.” –Pooya Mohseni (ENGLISH on Broadway)” THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY must close this Sunday! Don’t miss one of your final chances to see this timely, awe-inspiring play at @SheenCenter in NYC.
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Use code FLASH now to access $39 tickets for our final performances: sheencenter.org/events/detai…

The Return of Benjamin Lay | Sheen Center for Thought and Culture

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Only FIVE performances left before the curtain closes in NYC! Don’t miss @markpovinelli in THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY at the @SheenCenter, now through Sunday. Use the code FLASH at checkout to access $39 tickets: sheencenter.org/events/detai… 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
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Another transfer now playing in New York City
The Return of Benjamin Lay@BenLayPlay31 Mar 2025
“This is one of the most wonderful theater evenings I’ve had in a very, very long time.” –Emily Mann (Director, Playwright, and Screenwriter) We asked audience members to share what makes the show in NYC so special, timely, and unforgettable — here’s what they had to say.
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Why should you see THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY in NYC? Don’t take our word for it. Hear what audience members and Opening Night guests have to say.
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You only have five performances left to catch @markpovinelli as Benjamin Lay at the @SheenCenter! Lock in your tickets now before they're gone: sheencenter.org/events/detai…

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There are only SIX CHANCES left to see @markpovinelli as Benjamin Lay at the @SheenCenter in NYC! Don’t miss this award-winning show about one history-making man. Secure your tickets now, using the code FLASH for $39 tickets: sheencenter.org/events/detai… 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
A production image of Mark Povinelli as Benjamin Lay holding a white cloth over his head, covered by text indicating the title of the show, the text “ONLY 6 CHANCES LEFT,” and the text to use code FLASH for $39 tickets to the show.

ALT A production image of Mark Povinelli as Benjamin Lay holding a white cloth over his head, covered by text indicating the title of the show, the text “ONLY 6 CHANCES LEFT,” and the text to use code FLASH for $39 tickets to the show.

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“This is one of the most wonderful theater evenings I’ve had in a very, very long time.” –Emily Mann (Director, Playwright, and Screenwriter) We asked audience members to share what makes the show in NYC so special, timely, and unforgettable — here’s what they had to say.
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There are only six more chances left to see this award-winning play before it leaves @SheenCenter! Secure your tickets before time runs out: sheencenter.org/events/detai…

The Return of Benjamin Lay | Sheen Center for Thought and Culture

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The Return of Benjamin Lay retweeted
Finborough Theatre@finborough29 Mar 2025
Now playing in New York
The Return of Benjamin Lay@BenLayPlay29 Mar 2025
"@markpovinelli gives a powerhouse of a performance, absolutely phenomenal.” –@thedisabilityallynyc via IG 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
Mark Povinelli stands in the center of a dark navy step-and-repeat background. He wears a gray jacket with jeans.

ALT Mark Povinelli stands in the center of a dark navy step-and-repeat background. He wears a gray jacket with jeans.

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"@markpovinelli gives a powerhouse of a performance, absolutely phenomenal.” –@thedisabilityallynyc via IG 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
Mark Povinelli stands in the center of a dark navy step-and-repeat background. He wears a gray jacket with jeans.

ALT Mark Povinelli stands in the center of a dark navy step-and-repeat background. He wears a gray jacket with jeans.

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🥂 @markpovinelli after a sold-out crowd on Opening Night, sharing a laugh with Matthew Jeffers and Jillian Ilana during cocktail hour 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
We see a group of four people smiling and laughing, holding glasses of wine at an after party in a brightly lit art gallery.

ALT We see a group of four people smiling and laughing, holding glasses of wine at an after party in a brightly lit art gallery.

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“I was grateful and pleasantly surprised when every aspect of the performance, script, and production values far exceeded my expectations.” –Damon Evans, Actor (The Jeffersons, Roots: The Next Generation) 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
We see Mark Povinelli center stage, washed in red lights, in character as Benjamin Lay. He has his hands down in front of him, as if in shackles. We see Mark’s large shadow prominently in the background.

ALT We see Mark Povinelli center stage, washed in red lights, in character as Benjamin Lay. He has his hands down in front of him, as if in shackles. We see Mark’s large shadow prominently in the background.

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Don't miss THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY! Our final performance plays April 6. Book your seats now: sheencenter.org/events/detai…

The Return of Benjamin Lay | Sheen Center for Thought and Culture

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Our companion exhibit to THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY at the @SheenCenter may be explored before or after performances of the play. Here, discover images from David Lester's graphic novel, PROPHET AGAINST SLAVERY: BENJAMIN LAY. 📸: Rebecca J. Michelson
A white gallery wall is seen covered with prints of images from graphic novels, printed in black and white.

ALT A white gallery wall is seen covered with prints of images from graphic novels, printed in black and white.

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Want to see this exhibit in person? The companion exhibition on the Radical Legacy of Benjamin Lay remains opem through April 13 in the Janet Hennessey Dilenschneider Gallery.
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