About
Elizabeth Marvel and Gabby Beans re-enact the verbatim Senate testimony of Christine Blasey Ford and Anita Hill in a gripping documentary play at BAM.
Two of New York's finest stage actors channel two of the most consequential hearings in American memory, word for word, twenty-seven years apart. Critics have called it necessary viewing, and the intimate Fisher space puts you close enough to read every flicker of testimony. If you want theater that sends you out arguing, catch it before it closes after this weekend.
What to expect
A tautly staged two-act evening of documentary theater in the 250-seat Fishman Space — no spectacle, just transcript, performance, and accumulating dread. Expect a sold-out-leaning house and post-show lobby conversations that continue onto Ashland Place. Runtime is a focused single evening; content involves testimony about sexual assault.
Good to know
- Every subway line to Atlantic Terminal is a 3-minute walk away
- This is the closing weekend of the run — book ahead
- BAM Fisher is intimate; even rear seats are close
- Arrive 20 minutes early; latecomers may be held from the small house
- Fully accessible venue with elevator and accessible seating
- Fort Greene's restaurants on DeKalb Ave are a 5-minute walk for after
Common questions
Is the dialogue really verbatim?
Yes — the script is drawn word for word from the 1991 Anita Hill and 2018 Christine Blasey Ford Senate testimonies.
How long is the show?
A single evening performance; check BAM's page for exact runtime and curtain times.
Is it appropriate for teens?
Mature themes including testimony about sexual assault; best for older teens and adults.