Jesse Eisenberg wrote 13 original songs for this love letter to theatre, and the cast is absurdly stacked: Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Halle Bailey, Bonnie Milligan and Bernadette Peters. Moore plays a New Jersey housewife who auditions for a strange new musical and its strong-willed director. If you are a theatre kid at heart, this festival screening is made for you.
What to expect
Expect a New York premiere screening packed with Broadway fans and festival regulars. It is a musical comedy, so the room tends to laugh loudly and react to the numbers. Screenings start on time, and festival staff may not seat latecomers once the film begins, so leave a cushion for the walk from the subway.
Good to know
- Screenings are at Film at Lincoln Center on West 65th Street; take the 1 train to 66 St–Lincoln Center
- Festival screenings often sell out, so buy ahead and check for day-of rush or standby lines
- Seats are reserved, so arrive a little early to clear the lobby and find your row
- A late-morning screening leaves the afternoon free for Lincoln Center's plaza and fountain
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Common questions
Who is in The Debut?
Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Halle Bailey, Colton Ryan, Jesse Eisenberg, Bonnie Milligan, Lilli Cooper, Maulik Pancholy and Bernadette Peters.
Is The Debut a musical?
Yes. The show within the film features 13 original songs written by Jesse Eisenberg.
