A new trailer is offering a better look at the new musical Safety Not Guaranteed, which begins performances at Brooklyn Academy of Music September 17. Playing the Harvey Theater, the limited engagement is set to continue through October 20.
Watch the trailer below.
Nkeki Obi-Melekwe and Taylor Trensch are leading the cast as Darius and Kenneth, respectively. They're joined by Pomme Koch as Jeff, Rohan Kymal as Arnau, Ashley Pérez Flanagan as Liz, and John-Michael Lyles as Tristan. Casting is by Taylor Williams.
Lee Sunday Evans (Home) is at the helm. Based on Derek Connolly's 2012 film, Safety Not Guaranteed follows Darius, a journalist who is assigned to report on a local classified ad offering the opportunity to go back in time, and the complicated relationship that ensues. This musical version features music and lyrics by Ryan Miller, with a book by Nick Blaemire.
The production features set design by Krit Robinson, costume design by Sarita Fellows, lighting design by Obie winner Reza Behjat, and sound design by Tony nominee Drew Levy. The creative team also includes illusionist Steve Cuffio, fight director Drew Leary, stage manager Alyssa K. "AK" Howard, and assistant stage manager Alfredo Macias.
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