Roundabout Theatre Company Will Stage The Grief Eater
The new comedy by Dylan Guerra arrives at the Laura Pels Theatre in early 2027.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Comedy
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Roundabout Theatre Company announced the cast for its upcoming production of The Grief Eater, a new play by Dylan Guerra. Performances will begin on January 21, 2027, at the Laura Pels Theatre in New York City.
Why it matters
The production represents a new addition to the off-Broadway schedule for the 2027 season. It brings a new work to the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre under the direction of Dustin Wills.
The production is scheduled for a limited engagement of exactly eight weeks. This run follows the standard duration for new plays appearing at the Laura Pels Theatre venue.
The players
Roundabout Theatre Company
This is a major nonprofit theatre company based in New York City that produces classic and contemporary works.
Dylan Guerra
Guerra is the playwright responsible for authoring the new comedy script for this production.
Dustin Wills
Wills is a theatre director who is tasked with overseeing the creative execution of the stage production.
Kyle Beltran
Beltran is a professional actor cast in the role of Angler for the upcoming stage performance.
Laura Pels Theatre
This venue is a central location for theatrical productions within the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre.
The details
The production features a cast led by Kyle Beltran as Angler, Florencia Lozano as Tomlin, and Annie McNamara as Maryanne. They are joined by Marquis Kofi Rodriguez as Noland, Blake Russell as The Shepherd, and Pete Simpson as Byron.
Timeline
Performances begin on January 21, 2027.
The production officially opens on February 11, 2027.
The limited engagement concludes on March 21, 2027.
Industry Dynamics
This production fits within the ongoing cycle of New York City theatrical programming that emphasizes new works by contemporary playwrights. It reflects the broader efforts of major institutions to sustain diverse comedy lineups throughout the mid-winter season.
Theatregoers can begin attending performances of the play starting on January 21, 2027. Tickets for the limited run at the Laura Pels Theatre will be available for purchase through the production's official box office.
The takeaway
Interested audience members should plan their attendance early to secure seats for the limited engagement. The production marks a significant highlight in the upcoming winter schedule at the Laura Pels Theatre.
Further reading
For more on the local performing arts scene, visit the New York City Comedy section.
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