Billy Porter’s While I Yet Live, Starring Lillias White & S. Epatha Merkerson, Delays Off-Broadway Performances

Due to technical issues, the world premiere of While I Yet Live has been delayed. Performances, originally scheduled to start on September 23, will now begin on September 24. The production is still set to open officially on October 12 and run through October 31 at Primary Stages at The Duke on 42nd Street. The play, written by Kinky Boots Tony winner Billy Porter, stars Tony winner Lillias White and Emmy winner S. Epatha Merkerson.

Directed by Sheryl Kaller, While I Yet Live follows the story of a young man’s coming of age in Pittsburgh amongst a bevy of fascinating and strong-willed women.

The cast will also feature Elain Graham, Sheria Irving, Kevyn Morrow, Larry Powell and Sharon Washington.