Grey House, a rare thriller on Broadway, will be closing on July 30, after opening at the beginning of June. The play, which stars Laurie Metcalf, Tatiana Maslany, and Sophia Anne Caruso and features direction by Joe Mantello, began preview performances at the Lyceum Theatre on April 29 and opened on June 6. While horror is not often seen on Broadway, the production was not able to attract enough ticket sales and experienced low box office numbers throughout its run.
Since opening week, the show’s capacity has not risen above 70 percent and has even dipped into the 50s. Grosses have similarly stayed under $400,000. Despite these challenges, the show has received positive reviews from critics and audience members.
Written by Levi Holloway, Grey House tells the story of a couple (played by Maslany and Paul Sparks) who crash their car in the mountains and seek shelter in a cabin. While there, they witness strange behavior from the inhabitants of the cabin, including Metcalf, Caruso, and a group of young kids. They also experience odd noises and actions from the house itself. The rest of the cast of cabin inhabitants includes Millicent Simmonds, Cyndi Coyne, Colby Kipnes, Alyssa Emily Marvin, and Eamon Patrick O’Connell.
“We are enormously grateful and proud to have brought Grey House to Broadway,” say producers Tom Kirdahy and Robert Ahrens. “Under the brilliant direction of Joe Mantello, Levi Holloway’s stunning play keeps everyone on the edge of their seat. The cast, crew, and creative team are nothing short of extraordinary. We are particularly pleased that so many of our audience members got to experience a Broadway show for the first time, as they are the theatregoers of the future.”
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The creative team behind Grey House includes Scott Pask (Scenic Design), Rudy Mance (Costume Design), Natasha Katz (Lighting Design), Tom Gibbons (Sound Design), Or Matias (Music Supervisor & A Cappella Arranger), and Ellenore Scott (Choreography). Their combined efforts have created a visually stunning and immersive experience for audiences.
Unfortunately, Grey House is the latest Broadway production to announce its closure. Following the closures of the Aaron Sorkin revival of Camelot and Life of Pi, both ending their runs on July 23, Grey House will join the list of shows ending their Broadway runs in the summer of 2023. Despite its short run, Grey House has made a lasting impact on those who have had the opportunity to see it.
As Broadway continues to navigate the challenges of reopening after the COVID-19 pandemic, productions like Grey House face additional hurdles in attracting audiences and sustaining ticket sales. However, the producers remain optimistic about the future of live theater and the potential for new and innovative productions to captivate audiences.
While it is disappointing to see Grey House close after such a short run, it is a testament to the resilience of the Broadway community that new shows continue to be produced and showcased on the iconic stages of New York City. The closure of Grey House also highlights the need for ongoing support of the arts and the importance of audiences embracing new and unique theatrical experiences.
As the curtains close on Grey House, the creative team, cast, and crew can be proud of their contributions to the world of theater. Their efforts have provided audiences with thrilling and unforgettable experiences, and their work will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the Broadway community. So, while we say goodbye to Grey House, we eagerly await the next thrilling production that will captivate the hearts and imaginations of theatergoers everywhere.
