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Off-Broadway's 'This World of Tomorrow' Emphasizes Language

12/14/2025

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The Off-Broadway play This World of Tomorrow, directed by Kenny Leon, is based on a collection of short stories by the author.
During the first rehearsal, Kenny Leon emphasized the language in the play over the actors' delivery.
The author collaborated with playwright James Glossman.
The cast includes Kelli O’Hara and Ruben Santiago-Hudson.
The project began with stories published in 2017.

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Story summary

The Off-Broadway play This World of Tomorrow, directed by Kenny Leon, is based on a collection of short stories by the author.
During the first rehearsal, Kenny Leon emphasized the language in the play over the actors' delivery.
The author collaborated with playwright James Glossman.
The cast includes Kelli O’Hara and Ruben Santiago-Hudson.
The project began with stories published in 2017.