Sonya Tayeh won her Tony for Moulin Rouge!, and here she turns to Sinéad O'Connor, the singer who tore up a photo of the Pope on live television. The Surge treats aging as a privilege rather than a loss, with dancers including Jennifer Nugent. The Joyce has flagged high demand, so if you want in before the short run ends, book quickly.
What to expect
It is an evening-length contemporary dance piece in the Joyce's intimate house on Eighth Avenue, set against O'Connor's music and legacy. Performances use haze, and the run includes both evening and matinee shows.
Good to know
- The Joyce warns tickets may show limited availability online; call or visit the box office at 175 Eighth Avenue if the site shows none.
- Performances contain haze.
- The C/E to 23 St or the 1 to 18 St are both a few minutes' walk.
- Advance sales stop one hour before curtain.
- It is commissioned by the Joyce and Factory International, Manchester.
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Common questions
When does The Surge close?
The run at The Joyce Theater ends September 27, 2026.
Who created The Surge?
Tony Award-winning choreographer and director Sonya Tayeh.
Are there any content notes?
The Joyce notes that performances contain haze.