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The Bookstore

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Produced by:
New Jersey Repertory Company
Dates:
January 10 - February 15, 2026
Run Time:
2 Hours, 15 Minutes
Intermission:
Yes, included in run time.
Theater:
Showing in Theater
Tickets:
$66-$86 (incl. a $6 fee) | 59E59 Members: $50
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Show Info

By Michael Walek
Directed by William Carden

With Quentin Chisholm, Ari Derambakhsh, Arielle Goldman, and Janet Zarish

"When God closes a door, she opens a bookstore."

Indie bookstore owner Carey has a special gift for recommending the perfect book. 

While trying to survive in New York City, she has created a found family of coworkers who unite over their passion for literature – and a glass of wine. This band of misfits turn the pages of their lives and learn to navigate the plot twists that are thrown their way. 

A love letter to small bookstores and the bibliophiles who make them a home.

Quentin
Chisholm
Ari
Derambakhsh
Arielle
Goldman
Janet
Zarish
Jessica Parks,
Set Design
Jill Nagle,
Lighting Design
Suzanne Chesney,
Costume Design
Nick Simone,
Sound Design
Leah Michalos,
General Manager
Janey Huber,
Assistant Lighting Design
Pat McCorkle, CSA, Jeffrey Dreisbach, CSA, McCorkle Casting, Ltd.,
New York Casting

Producing Company

New Jersey Repertory Company

NJ Rep's mission is to develop and produce new plays and to make a lasting contribution to the American Stage, and to act as a catalyst for the revitalization and redevelopment of our community.

Read more at: www.njrep.org

Reviews

"Sweet and touching" – NJ Arts

"It is a play filled with love for life, both physical and intellectual kinds. It is a love letter to all those indie bookstores that are still struggling to survive in an era of big chain stores and online shopping." – Out in Jersey

"A splendid theatrical piece with sincere, humorous, and poignant moments"
"The four actors charm as they master Michael Walek’s genuine dialogue and deliver performances you will long remember." – BroadwayWorld

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