Plays

Bug

A Tony-winning playwright, a claustrophobic motel, and a descent into paranoia, this acclaimed drama’s limited run is the talk of Broadway.

Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts (August: Osage County) brings Bug to Broadway, sharpening its paranoia into a tightly wound psychological thriller.

Directed by David Cromer (Tony Award winner for The Band’s Visit), the staging keeps the action stripped back, forcing the tension to build in close quarters.

Tony-nominee Carrie Coon (Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?) returns to Broadway, grounding her role of Agnes with controlled intensity and emotional restraint.

With a limited run at Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, this production is praised for its fearless storytelling and edge-of-the-seat drama. Book your Bug Broadway tickets now!

The story

Set in a seedy Oklahoma motel room, Bug follows Agnes, a lonely waitress, and Peter, a mysterious drifter. As their relationship intensifies, the line between reality and delusion blurs, spiraling into a world of paranoia, conspiracy, and unsettling intimacy. With violence, drug use, and psychological twists, the play keeps you guessing, are the bugs real, or is it all in their heads? The truth crawls closer with every scene, but you’ll have to see it to believe it.

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Show details

Categories: Drama, Critics' Choice, Play

Audience: Suitable for 14+ yrs

Theater name: Samuel J. Friedman Theatre

Find the best seats in the house with the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre seating plan

Facilities: Bar, restrooms, lounge, elevator

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, companion seating, assistive listening devices

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Sarah Paulson as Agnes, Nat Wolff as Peter

Director: Scott Ellis

Playwright: Tracy Letts

Set designer: Takeshi Kata

Costume designer: Clint Ramos

Additional info

This show is suitable for ages 14 years and above. Childrn under the age of 4 years will not be permitted inside the theater.

Content warning: The production contains violence, drug use, profanity, self-harm, mental illness, loud noises, sex and full-frontal nudity.

Phone-free policy: To protect the privacy of our performers, performances are phone-free. Upon arrival, all phones must be powered off and locked in Yondr pouches. Guests maintain possession of their phones and can unlock them at intermission as needed.

Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.

Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.

Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show

Frequently asked questions about Bug

Q: How much do Bug Broadway tickets cost?

A: Prices may change based on your choice of seats and show dates.

Q: Where is Bug playing in New York?

A: The show is playing at Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

Q: How long does the performance run?

A: The show lasts for about 1 hour and 55 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.

Q: What’s the story about?

A: Bug follows Agnes and Peter as their lives spiral into paranoia and conspiracy inside a motel room, blurring the line between reality and delusion.

Q: Is the play suitable for children?

A: The play is suitable for ages 14 years and above. Childrn under the age of 4 years will not be permitted inside the theater. The production contains violence, drug use, profanity, self-harm, mental illness, loud noises, sex and full-frontal nudity.

Q: Has Bug been performed before Broadway?

A: Yes. The play premiered off Broadway in 2004 and was later adapted into a feature film.

Q: Is this Carrie Coon’s first Broadway appearance?

A: No. She previously appeared on Broadway in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, earning a Tony nomination.

Q: Is this the Broadway debut of the play?

A: Yes, this production marks Bug’s first Broadway staging.

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You will receive your e-tickets via email within 3 hours from the time of the booking. You can access your tickets by clicking on the link available on the email.

If you book tickets more than 14 days in advance, you will receive the tickets 14 days prior to the show date.

The ticket can be presented digitally along with a valid photo ID at the entrance on the day of your visit.

Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.