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Ethan Slater to Star in Off-Broadway's Marcel on the Train

10/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ethan Slater will star as Marcel Marceau in the Off-Broadway play Marcel on the Train, co-written with Marshall Pailet, premiering February 22, 2026.
The production explores Marceau's French Resistance role and emphasizes non-verbal storytelling.
The cast includes Julie Benko, Maddie Corman, Max Gordon Moore, Aaron Serotsky, and Alex Wyse; tickets go on sale in November.

History

Historical Context

In 1944, Marcel Marceau, a French mime, actively participated in the French Resistance, aiding Jewish children in evading Nazi capture. His collaboration with organizations like OSE (Oeuvre de Secours aux Enfants) contributed to the rescue of thousands during the Holocaust. The upcoming Off-Broadway play, "Marcel on the Train," commemorates his legacy and the vital role of artistic expression in resisting oppression.

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Story summary

Ethan Slater will star as Marcel Marceau in the Off-Broadway play Marcel on the Train, co-written with Marshall Pailet, premiering February 22, 2026.
The production explores Marceau's French Resistance role and emphasizes non-verbal storytelling.
The cast includes Julie Benko, Maddie Corman, Max Gordon Moore, Aaron Serotsky, and Alex Wyse; tickets go on sale in November.

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