This World of Tomorrow
| This World of Tomorrow | |
|---|---|
World Premiere Production Poster | |
| Written by | Tom Hanks James Glossman |
| Based on | A series of short stories written by Hanks |
| Directed by | Kenny Leon |
| Date premiered | October 30, 2025 |
| Place premiered | The Shed, New York City |
This World of Tomorrow is a play written by Tom Hanks and James Glossman, based on a series of short stories written by Hanks. It had its world premiere Off-Broadway at The Shed in New York City on October 30, 2025. The production is directed by Kenny Leon.[1]
Synopsis
A forlorn scientist from the future embarks on a time-traveling quest for true love as he repeatedly returns to one particular day at the 1939 World's Fair.
Production history
Off-Broadway (2025)
The play received its world premiere Off-Broadway at The Shed in New York City. Previews began on October 30, 2025, with an opening night on November 18 and closed on December 21.[2] Casting included Tom Hanks as Bert Allenberry and Kelli O'Hara as Carmen.[3]
Cast and characters
| Character | Off-Broadway |
|---|---|
| 2025 | |
| Bert Allenberry | Tom Hanks |
| Carmen | Kelli O'Hara |
| M-Dash | Ruben Santiago-Hudson |
| Cyndee/ Woman Cashier |
Kerry Bishé |
| Virginia | Kayli Carter |
| Lee/Tommy/ Doorman/Sandor |
Lee Aaron Rosen |
| E.L.M.A./Sylvia | Jamie Ann Romero |
| Honoria/ Late-Night Cabbie |
Michelle Wilson |
| Dr. Tanner/ Howard/Nico |
Paul Murphy |
| Max/Costas/ Booming Voice |
Jay O. Sanders |
| Baumgarten/Percy/ Clarence/Bud/ Sweeper/Alvin/Assan |
Donald Webber Jr. |
References
- ^ "This World of Tomorrow". The Shed. Retrieved 2025-11-10.
- ^ Russo, Gillian (2025-05-21). "Tom Hanks to star in his play 'This World of Tomorrow' off Broadway". New York Theatre Guide. Retrieved 2025-11-10.
- ^ Russo, Gillian (2025-07-30). "Kelli O'Hara and more join Tom Hanks in 'This World of Tomorrow' cast". New York Theatre Guide. Retrieved 2025-11-10.