2023 PLANNER Welcome to the magical world of 2023! This planner is here to help you navigate through the enchanting year ahead. With its bewitching design and mystical features, you're bound to have a wonderful time organizing your life and achieving your goals. JANUARY: Embrace the new year with open arms! Set your intentions and resolutions for the year ahead. Allow the magic of fresh beginnings to inspire you as you start mapping out your plans. Make a list of goals you hope to achieve and the steps needed to accomplish them. FEBRUARY: Love is in the air! Use this month to celebrate the magic of love, whether it's through romantic relationships, friendships, or self-love.
Join Long Wharf Theatre for The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion, directed by Jonathan Silverstein, and starring Obie and Drama Desk Award-winner Kathleen Chalfant in a moving one-woman performance.
Performed in homes and gathering spaces throughout the New Haven area and in partnership with New York City s Keen Company, The Year of Magical Thinking is a uniquely intimate experience. This unique theatrical event will be brought directly to the people, staged in non-traditional theater spaces including living rooms, libraries, and other gathering spaces across the region.
FEBRUARY: Love is in the air! Use this month to celebrate the magic of love, whether it's through romantic relationships, friendships, or self-love. Plan special dates, surprises, and moments of self-care. Spread love and kindness wherever you go, and watch the magic unfold.
The Year of Magical Thinking
Kathleen Chalfant stars in this one-woman theatrical adaptation of Joan Didion’s award-winning memoir, which examines the author’s journey of grief and healing. Didion’s wry, journalistic lens – applied here to her own life – combines with Chalfant’s virtuosic performance to create a moving theatrical journey. Performed in homes and gathering spaces throughout the New Haven area and in partnership with New York City’s Keen Company, The Year of Magical Thinking is a uniquely intimate experience.
We invite you to join us after the performance to reflect on your experience in a post-show conversation facilitated by Long Wharf Theatre staff.
A Play Based on Her Memoir by
Joan Didion
Conceived and Directed by
Jonathan Silverstein
Starring
Kathleen Chalfant
“The Year of Magical Thinking is a fine and fierce guide to living with love and loss written by one of the best writers of American prose and it is a privilege to inhabit and share this world with the Long Wharf audience. I’m so happy to be back here.” ~Kathleen Chalfant
Join Long Wharf Theatre for The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion, directed by Jonathan Silverstein, and starring Obie and Drama Desk Award-winner Kathleen Chalfant in a moving one-woman performance.
Adapted from the best-selling memoir, The Year of Magical Thinking recounts Didion’s journey of loss, perseverance, and ultimately hope, using her signature wit to draw an intimate portrait of the resilience of the human heart.
This unique theatrical event will be brought directly to the people, staged in non-traditional theater spaces including living rooms, libraries, and other gathering spaces across the region.
PERFORMANCE VENUES
Long Wharf Theatre is overjoyed by the positive response to performances of The Year of Magical Thinking, and is honored to share that the entire production is SOLD OUT.
We encourage you to join the waitlist by calling our box office at 203-693-1486, Monday through Friday, noon to 5pm.
We are planning more world-class opportunities like this one in our upcoming seasons and seeing how fast this production is selling tells us that theater matters to our region. Please join our e-mail list to be the first to know about future productions.
HOMES
Many performances take place in real living rooms in New Haven and the surrounding towns; the exact addresses for Home performances will be shared with ticket holders the morning of the performance.
- SOLD OUT! – Wed 11/08 @ 7pm | A home in New Haven, CT (Westville)
- SOLD OUT! – Sat 11/09 @ 7pm | A home in Woodbridge, CT
- SOLD OUT! – Sun 11/12 @ 2pm | A home in New Haven, CT (Fair Haven)
- SOLD OUT! – Thu 11/16 @ 7pm | A home in New Haven, CT (East Rock)
- SOLD OUT! – Fri 11/17 @ 7pm | A home in Hamden, CT
- SOLD OUT! – Sat 11/18 @ 7pm | A home in Madison, CT
- SOLD OUT! – Wed 11/29 @ 7pm | A home in Guilford, CT
- SOLD OUT! – Wed 11/30 @ 7pm, a home in New Haven (East Rock)
- SOLD OUT! – Sun 12/03 @ 2pm | A home in Branford, CT
- SOLD OUT! – Sat 12/09 @ 7pm, a home in New Haven (Beaver Hills)
- SOLD OUT! – Sun 12/10 @ 2pm, a home in New Haven (Downtown)
All Home performances are Pay-It-Forward performances ($125 tickets), supporting the expense of bringing this production to larger venues around the region at more accessible price points.
GATHERING SPACES
The below performances take place in gathering spaces across the region.
- SOLD OUT! – Thu 11/09 @ 7pm | Yale Schwarzman Center, 168 Grove Street, New Haven, CT (map)
- SOLD OUT! – Fri 11/10 @ 7 pm | SCSU’s Hilton C. Buley Library, 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT (map)
- SOLD OUT! – Wed 11/15 @ 7pm | Bregamos Community Theater, 491 Blatchley Ave, New Haven (map)
- SOLD OUT! – Sun 11/19 @ 2pm | The Jewish Community Center, 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge, CT (map)
- SOLD OUT! – Fri 12/01 @ 7pm | Lotta Studio, 903-911 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT (map)
- SOLD OUT!! – Sat 12/02 @ 7pm | The Lab at ConnCORP, 496 Newhall Street, Hamden (map)
LIBRARY PERFORMANCES
Long Wharf Theatre is overjoyed by the positive response to performances of The Year of Magical Thinking.
All library performances have reached full capacity, please join the waitlist by calling our box office at 203-693-1486, Monday through Friday, noon to 5pm.
In our vision to create Theatre For Everyone, and with the help of generous sponsors, Long Wharf Theatre is presenting three performances of The Year of Magical Thinking at three local libraries — free and open to the public.
To access these performances please visit one of the participating libraries in person to reserve your tickets.
We are beyond excited to marry such a beautiful show with accessibility and the community. Join us at one of the libraries below.
- SOLD OUT! Wed 12/06 @ 7pm | New Haven Free Public Library, Stetson Branch, 197 Dixwell Avenue, New Haven (map)
- SOLD OUT! Thu 12/07 @ 7pm | Milford Public Library, 57 New Haven Avenue, Milford (map)
- SOLD OUT! Fri 12/08 @ 7pm, | Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Island Road, Branford (map)
If the performance you wish to attend becomes sold out, please join the waitlist by calling our box office at 203-693-1486, Monday through Friday, noon to 5pm.
ALLERGEN FREE (No Pets) PERFORMANCES
- Thu 11/09 @ 7pm
- Fri 11/10 @ 7pm
- Wed 11/15 @ 7pm
- Sun 11/19 @ 2pm
- Wed 11/29 @ 7pm
- Fri 12/01 @ 7pm
- Sat 12/02 @ 7pm
- Sun 12/03 @ 2pm
- Wed 12/06 @ 7pm
- Thu 12/07 @ 7pm
- Fri 12/08 @ 7pm
TICKETS
Ticket Prices for Gathering Spaces:
- $0 K-12 students
- $10 College Students
- $45 Regular Price
- $125 Pay It Forward
Ticket Prices for Home:
All Home performances are Pay-It-Forward performances ($125 tickets), supporting the expense of bringing this production to larger venues around the region at more accessible price points.
LWT Members receive a discount on Gathering Space tickets. Become a member today!
PERFORMANCE DETAILS
Locations: Many performances take place in real living rooms in New Haven and the surrounding towns; the exact addresses for Home performances will be shared with ticket holders the morning of the performance.
- Running time: 90 Minutes with No Intermission
- Recommended age: 16 and up.
- Content Advisory: the show contains meditations on grief, terminal illness and prolonged hospitalization.
- For more detailed description please contact [email protected]
MARCH: As the season shifts, embrace the power of transformation. Spring brings new growth and opportunities. Take the time to declutter your physical and mental spaces, making room for new ideas and adventures. Begin planting the seeds of your dreams and watch them blossom. APRIL: Let your creativity blossom! This month is all about exploring your artistic side. Engage in creative activities that bring you joy and inspiration, whether it's painting, writing, or even cooking. Allow your imagination to run wild and see where it takes you. MAY: Adventure awaits! Use this month to plan exciting trips and explore new places. Whether it's a weekend getaway or a month-long vacation, let the magic of travel broaden your horizons. Create an itinerary full of awe-inspiring experiences and unforgettable memories. JUNE: Take a moment to reflect and recharge. This month is all about self-reflection and personal growth. Evaluate your progress with the goals you set at the beginning of the year and make any necessary adjustments. Use this time to nurture your soul and invest in your well-being. JULY: Celebrate the magic of summer! This month is all about having fun and enjoying the sunny days. Plan outdoor activities, picnics, and beach trips. Allow yourself to embrace the joy and relaxation that comes with the summer season. AUGUST: Time to go back to school! It's time to get organized and prepare for the year ahead. Plan your classes, set study goals, and create a schedule that allows for both academic success and self-care. Let the magic of learning guide you through this phase of life. SEPTEMBER: As the seasons change, embrace change in your own life. This month, focus on personal growth and development. Set new goals and make a plan for achieving them. Embrace the challenges that come your way and let them shape you into a stronger, more resilient individual. OCTOBER: Enter the world of fall vibes and Halloween magic! Embrace the enchantment of the season by planning cozy activities like pumpkin carving, apple picking, and bonfires. Let the mystical ambiance inspire your creativity and bring joy to your everyday life. NOVEMBER: Gratitude is the key to happiness. Use this month to reflect on everything you're grateful for in life. Plan activities that promote gratitude, such as writing in a gratitude journal or practicing random acts of kindness. Embrace the magic of gratitude and watch how it transforms your outlook. DECEMBER: 'Tis the season for joy and festivities! Plan celebrations and gatherings with loved ones. Embrace the magic of the holiday season, whether it's through gift-giving, decorating, or simply spending quality time with the people who mean the most to you. Cherish the memories you create and look forward to the magic that awaits in the new year. In this magical 2023 planner, you have the power to shape your own destiny. Embrace the enchantment of each month and let it guide you on a journey of personal growth, connection, and self-discovery. May this planner be your trusted companion as you embark on a year filled with magic and wonder..
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