WAR PAINTING
Streaming June 1-17
WAR PAINTING
By Caridad Svich
Directed by Jackson Gay
“Our performance is survival”
In this dark comedy-drama, a wealthy couple invites their erstwhile friend over for an evening. An innocent affair turns savage, as Western civilization itself is dismantled. What wars do we harbor in the name of art?
WAR PAINTING was nominated for the 2026 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize, and was 2026 Finalist for the Blue Ink Award from American Blues Theater, Chicago.
Developed by The Alcove at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, produced by Caridad Svich.
Cast: Scott Shepherd, Alfredo Narciso, and Gregg Mozgala
Sound Design: Matthew Nielson
Stage Manager: Caden Cristiano
Streaming June 1-17
Creative Team
Cast
The Lortel Theatre’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Programs supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
The Alcove New Play Development Program is funded, in part, by a grant from the New York City Tourism Foundation.
This program was funded, in part, by the Canada Council for the Arts.