The Pillowman

Written by Martin McDonagh
Directed by Joshua Lombard

March 27th-April 12th

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The Pillowman, by Martin McDonagh, is a viciously funny, seriously disturbing play about a writer in a totalitarian state who is interrogated by two brutal detectives about the gruesome content of his short stories and their similarities to a number of murders that are happening in his town. This leads to a complex exploration of the relationship between art, violence, and the nature of creativity, while also raising questions about the power of the state to control artistic expression.

*Equity approved Showcase.
*The actors listed below with an asterisk are appearing courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association

Content Warning:

Please note that this production contains depictions of physical violence, reference to sexual abuse and suicide, the use of prop guns, and flashing lights. Recommended for mature audiences.

Cast and Creative

Josh Lombard (Director/Co-Artistic Director) is an Astoria based director, producer, editor and photographer. Select theater credits: #Crazyland by Andrew Marvel @ Headwall Theatre Company, Bridal Shower, by Andrew Marvel (Fresh Fruit Festival), Ink (Samuel French Festival), Unleashed by Emmet McConnell (HB Playwrights Theatre), Fire by Rita Marchelya (HB Studios), Asi Wind: Close Up by Asi Wind (Wind Production), Co-director, Concert of the Mind (Conjuring Arts & Wind Productions), Producer, 1 in 4 @Headwall Theatre Company. Besides theater, he has also worked on numerous Film, TV and commercials.

Joshua Lombard

Director

Marianne is an actor and producer, and is thrilled to be on the other side of the table in the rehearsal room and learn the art of directing from Josh. She is the Managing Director of Headwall and fully supports our mission to get out of our comfort zone and try a new role. She recently performed in Be A Good Little Widow at The Chain Theatre, under the direction of her son George, and in the hilarious farce POTUS with City Gate Productions in Queens. She appears in the independent film Gazer that premiered at Cannes in 2024 and will be released in theaters across the US in February 2025. She is represented by UGA Talent. www.marianne-goodell.com

Marianne Goodell

Assistant Director

Brian Patterson is thrilled and grateful to everyone at Headwall Theatre Company for the chance to work on one of his favorite plays with this wonderful group of artists. Credits: Clarkston by Samuel D. Hunter at Bridge Street Theatre (dir. Daniel Elihu Kramer), Pride@Prejudice by Daniel Elihu Kramer at Chester Theatre Company (dir. Daniel Elihu Kramer), When Gold Turns Black by Ron Wilks at Theater for the New City (dir. Count Stovall), and Where Do We Live by Christopher Shinn at Columbia University (dir. Ron Van Lieu). MFA Columbia University, BFA Marymount Manhattan College. Represented by Bright Artists Management. He’d like to thank his incredible family for their love and support.

*Brian Patterson

Katurian

Nicholas entered this world as a (rather large) baby of Irish & Puerto Rican descent – a true NYC combination. The youngest of 6 siblings across 3 divorces, he diplomatically describes the family dynamic as “not boring.” Despite the chaos, Nicholas managed a typical black sheep childhood and everything was going so well, until… One day (whilst screlting out “The Wizard and I”) his now best friend of 18 years ruined his life with 12 words: “You should come do the shows at our all girl high school.” “What’s the worst that can happen?”, she said. He was supposed to be a doctor. Plenty more to unpack at nicholasjamesreilly.

*Nicholas James Reilly

Ariel

Jonathan Dauermann (Tupolski) most recently performed onstage as the lead in the world- premiere production of Last Room, a play inspired by the life of Anthony Bourdain, and in Romeo and Juliet with The Curtain (in which he played The Captain and The Apothecary). Recent film credits include Never Fuggedaboutit (2023 SXSW Premiere) and Spider (debuting later this year). For his lead role in the feature film Cut and Run, Jonathan won Best Actor at the 2024 Transparent Film Festival. Forthcoming film projects include Eugene The Marine (with Scott Glenn and Jim Gaffigan), Garbage Bag of Broken Bottles, and Come Clean. For more info, please visit www.jonathandauermann.com

*Jonathan Dauermann

Tupolski

Chris Robertson (Michal) is thrilled to be making his Headwall Theatre Co. debut! A graduate of the New York Conservatory for the Dramatic Arts (NYCDA), Chris is no stranger to the stage, having performed in theaters across the tri-state area. Some of his favorite roles include: Emcee (Cabaret), Snoopy (YAGMCB), Jesus (Godspell) and MacBeth (The Tragedie of MacBeth). When he isn’t on stage, you can find him teaching acting classes at ATC Studios in Clifton, NJ. A special thanks to the cast and crew for making this experience truly enjoyable. To my wife and daughter: your support means everything to me, thank you and I love you. Enjoy the show everyone!! Instagram: @thechrisrobertson, SAG-AFTRA~AEA

*Chris Robertson

Michal

Hannah Therese “Reese” Blanchard is a theater artist new to the city. After having graduated from the University of Connecticut earning a BA in Theater studies with a concentration in directing, they are excited to be collaborating with Headwall Theatre Company for the first time. Past stage managing and directing credits include: Taurus, Horse Girls, The Wolves, Folly Adieu, and Firebringer.

Reese Blanchard

Stage Manager

Luli Ortega (The Child) is a 12 year old girl who has always enjoyed acting and singing. She was part of Seussical and Christmas Carol this past year with the secret theatre academy. She is very excited to be part of The Pillowman!

Luli Ortega

Child