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Broadway’s 'Little Bear Ridge Road' Closes Early, Stars Shine

12/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Samuel D. Hunter's Broadway debut play "Little Bear Ridge Road" will close December 21, 2025, eight weeks early.
The production opened October 30 at the Booth Theatre.
The production features Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock.
John Drea and Meighan Gerachis reprise their Steppenwolf Theatre premiere roles.
The play centers on an aunt and nephew in a small Idaho town.

History

Historical Context

Founded in 1974 by Terry Kinney, Jeff Perry, and Gary Sinise, Steppenwolf Theatre Company transformed American theater with its ensemble approach. Initially based in Highland Park, Illinois, it moved to a dedicated complex in Chicago in 1991. The theater has produced acclaimed works, including plays by Samuel D. Hunter, reflecting ongoing challenges in audience engagement and economic sustainability faced by theaters historically.

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Story summary

Samuel D. Hunter's Broadway debut play "Little Bear Ridge Road" will close December 21, 2025, eight weeks early.
The production opened October 30 at the Booth Theatre.
The production features Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock.
John Drea and Meighan Gerachis reprise their Steppenwolf Theatre premiere roles.
The play centers on an aunt and nephew in a small Idaho town.

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