Theater Thursday - Not Nobody

We received complimentary tickets to Not Nobody for review purposes. Any and all opinions expressed here are our own.

What: Not Nobody

Where: 59E59 Theaters

             59 E. 59 St.

             New York, NY 

Who: Recommended for Ages 13 and Up

When: Through March 1, 2026

Brian Dysktra is a playwright whose works are both timely and provocative. They make you think about things in ways you might not have contemplated previously. His latest, Not Nobody, revolves around a man who finds himself caught up in a police involved shooting.  At first, McAlester Daily is hailed as a hero after allegedly saving an officer's life. However, his failure to conform to expectations quickly changes the accepted narrative. 

This smart show sharply highlights why some people might be distrustful of authority. However, it also shines a light on the reverse side, illuminating how easy it is to become caught up in bureaucracy rather than taking the time to assess a particular situation on its own merits. 

The performances are excellent. Dykstra himself brilliantly portrays Daily as a man trying to live ethically in a world that increasingly makes it more difficult to do so. He is joined by Sheffield Chastain, Kathiamarice Lopez, and Kate Siahaan-Rigg as various authority figures, and others caught up in a system that doesn't allow for deviation. Together, they do an excellent job of presenting this very thoughtful material. 

And that's our view. For more about Not Nobody or to purchase tickets, visit www.59e59.org/shows/show-detail/not-nobody.

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Photo credits:

All Not Nobody production photos by Carol Rosegg

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