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Proof: A Pulitzer-Winning Play in New York

Booth Theatre in New Yorksam. 18 juil. 2026 · 14:00

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Proof is a Arts & Theatre / Theatre / Drama event at Booth Theatre in New York.

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David Auburn's Pulitzer Prize-winning play *Proof* comes to New York for a single performance. The story follows Catherine, the daughter of a recently deceased mathematical genius, as she grapples with her own mathematical talent and the fear of inheriting her father's mental illness. When a groundbreaking proof about prime numbers is discovered in her father's office, Catherine must confront questions of authorship and her own identity.

Attendees can expect a deeply emotional and intellectually engaging theatrical experience. The play explores themes of genius, madness, and the bonds between a father and daughter, all set against the backdrop of the University of Chicago. With its sharp dialogue and compelling characters, *Proof* offers a moving evening of drama that has captivated audiences since its Broadway debut.

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  • The play runs approximately 2 hours with one intermission.
  • Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the house manager.
  • No photography or recording is permitted during the performance.

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What is the play about?

The play focuses on Catherine, the daughter of a recently deceased mathematical genius, and her struggle with mathematical genius and mental illness. Upon her father's death, a paradigm-shifting proof about prime numbers is discovered, and Catherine must prove its authorship.

Who wrote the play?

The play was written by American playwright David Auburn.

Has the play won any awards?

Yes, it won the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play.

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