North American Premiere

May 9 - June 7

THE VERDICT

By Barry Reed

Adapted for the stage by Margaret May Hobbs

One big case. One last shot at redemption.

Frank Galvin is a washed-up, alcoholic, ambulance-chasing lawyer. Offered an ‘open and shut’ malpractice case involving a young pregnant woman now confined to a life in a coma, he suspects a cover up. Presented with one last chance to redeem himself, he daringly refuses an out-of-court settlement and instead takes the negligent doctors and the unforgiving Boston medical establishment to court. Can he find justice for his client, or will the powerful institutions win out in the end?

Based off the best-selling novel by Barry Reed that became a classic Sidney Lumet film starring Paul Newman, this North American Premiere is a day in court that is not to be missed. 

Why This Play?

“The book and film of The Verdict were huge influences on my path as an actor and director. I also love the courtroom drama because it’s a different form of intrigue. The court case is like a final battle where moral dilemmas confront justice and we never truly know how it will turn out. I love theatre that engages at a high level and adding courtroom drama to the list of works we do here, felt like a perfect fit. I hope this excites audiences for more.”

Jack Grinhaus, Artistic Director