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Broadway's 'Floyd Collins': A Gripping Tale of Tragedy

4/22/2025

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The Broadway premiere of "Floyd Collins" at the Vivian Beaumont Theater on April 21 brings to life the gripping tale of a Kentucky cave explorer trapped underground in 1925. Starring Jeremy Jordan as Floyd and directed by Tina Landau, the production ambitiously tackles profound themes but falters in delivering character depth and narrative connection.

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Story summary

The Broadway premiere of "Floyd Collins" at the Vivian Beaumont Theater on April 21 brings to life the gripping tale of a Kentucky cave explorer trapped underground in 1925. Starring Jeremy Jordan as Floyd and directed by Tina Landau, the production ambitiously tackles profound themes but falters in delivering character depth and narrative connection.