Lawrence Gilliard Jr. & More to Star in David Mamet's The Penitent Off-Broadway

David Mamet's latest play now has a name! The Walking Dead’s Lawrence Gilliard Jr. and more have been tapped for the world premiere of the playwright's The Penitent off-Broadway. Directed by Neil Pepe, the previously reported (but untitled) production will play a limited engagement, February 8, 2017 through March 19. Opening night is set for February 27 at Atlantic Theater Company’s Linda Gross Theater.

Along with Gilliard Jr. as The Attorney, The Penitent will feature Chris Bauer (True Blood) as Charles, Jordan Lage (Glengarry Glen Ross) as Richard and Rebecca Pidgeon (The Old Neighborhood) as Kath.

A renowned psychiatrist (Bauer) is asked to testify on behalf of a young patient. When he refuses, his career, ethics and faith are thrown into question.

The Penitent will feature scenic design by Tim Mackabee, costume design by Laura Bauer and lighting design by Don Holder.