Theater Thursday - The Loved Ones

We received complimentary tickets to The Loved Ones for review purposes. Any and all opinions expressed here are our own.

What: The Loved Ones

Where: Irish Repertory Theatre

             132 W. 22nd St.

              New York, NY

Who: Recommended for Ages 14 and Up Due to Language and Themes

When: Through August 2, 2026

Nell and her grieving daughter-in-law are preparing to scatter her son's ashes when two strangers come into their lives, one of whom has a surprising connection to them. This show is full of surprising twists and turns and shocking revelations. It is extremely poignant and completely gut-wrenching.  Yet, plenty of humor sprinkled throughout provides moments of relief and temporarily lightens the heavy mood. 

The four-member cast, consisting of Alana Raquel Bowers, Donna Lynn Champlin, Clare O'Malley, and Maryann Plunkett, is absolutely stellar. It is impossible to pick one performance that stands out above the others. If you are dealing with grief, you may want to skip this show, but otherwise, it is definitely a must-see.

And that's our view. For more about The Loved Ones or to purchase tickets, visit irishrep.org/whats-on/the-loved-ones.

Photo credits:

All The Loved Ones production photos by Carol Rosegg

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