Martin Moran Will Premiere Other Bodies Off-Broadway
The solo play serves as the third installment of the artist's trilogy, beginning performances in late November.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Arts Theater — General
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Playwright and performer Martin Moran will debut his new solo play, Other Bodies, at an Off-Broadway theater. Performances for the world premiere begin on November 19, 2026, followed by the official opening night on November 23, 2026.
Why it matters
The production represents a significant continuation of Moran's body of work, marking the conclusion of a trilogy that evolved from his experiences during the pandemic. It follows his previous solo plays, The Tricky Part and All the Rage.
This production marks the third installment of a trilogy following the playwright's work over the last 20 years. The run begins with performances starting November 19 and opening night slated for November 23.
The players
Martin Moran
He is an accomplished playwright and performer recognized for his long-standing work in the solo play format.
The Barrow Group
This organization is a well-known New York-based theater company and acting school that is producing the world premiere of the play.
Seth Barrish
He is an experienced theater director and the co-artistic director of The Barrow Group who is helming this new production.
The details
Produced by The Barrow Group, the new solo show is the latest project for Moran as he explores themes developed during the pandemic. The play joins his earlier successes in the genre, including 2004's The Tricky Part and 2013's All the Rage.
Timeline
The Tricky Part premiered in 2004.
All the Rage premiered in 2013.
Performances for Other Bodies begin on November 19, 2026.
Opening night for Other Bodies occurs on November 23, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The production follows a trend of solo artists building long-term narrative trilogies that span decades of creative output. This approach allows performers to maintain audience engagement through multi-part autobiographical storytelling.
Theatergoers can plan to attend the world premiere in New York City starting in late November 2026. Fans of Moran's previous solo works may anticipate a similar narrative style to his earlier productions.
The takeaway
This production serves as the final chapter in a long-term artistic project that highlights the endurance of the solo play format. Audiences interested in autobiographical theater should note the late November 2026 timeline to secure their seats for the premiere run.
What happens next
The production begins its run on November 19, 2026, followed by the official opening night performance on November 23, 2026.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Playbill.
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