This World of Tomorrow (play)

This World of Tomorrow
World Premiere Production Poster
Written by	Tom Hanks James Glossman
Based on	A series of short stories written by Hanks
Directed by	Kenny Leon
Date premiered	October 30, 2025
Place premiered	The Shed, New York City

This World of Tomorrow is a play written by Tom Hanks and James Glossman, based on a series of short stories written by Hanks. It had its world premiere Off-Broadway at The Shed in New York City on October 30, 2025. The production is directed by Kenny Leon. ^[1]

Production history

Off-Broadway (2025)

The play received its world premiere Off-Broadway at The Shed in New York City. Previews began on October 30, 2025, with an opening night scheduled for November 18. It's scheduled to run through December 21. ^[2] Casting includes Tom Hanks as Bert Allenberry and Kelli O'Hara as Carmen. ^[3]

Cast and characters

Character	Off-Broadway
	2025
Bert Allenberry	Tom Hanks
Carmen	Kelli O'Hara
M-Dash	Ruben Santiago-Hudson
Cyndee/ Woman Cashier	Kerry Bishé
Virginia	Kayli Carter
Lee/Tommy/ Doorman/Sandor	Lee Aaron Rosen
E.L.M.A./Sylvia	Jamie Ann Romero
Honoria/ Late-Night Cabbie	Michelle Wilson
Dr. Tanner/ Howard/Nico	Paul Murphy
Max/Costas/ Booming Voice	Jay O. Sanders
Baumgarten/Percy/ Clarence/Bud/ Sweeper/Alvin/Assan	Donald Webber Jr.

References

1. "This World of Tomorrow". The Shed. Retrieved 2025-11-10.
2. Russo, Gillian (2025-05-21). "Tom Hanks to star in his play 'This World of Tomorrow' off Broadway". New York Theatre Guide. Retrieved 2025-11-10.
3. Russo, Gillian (2025-07-30). "Kelli O'Hara and more join Tom Hanks in 'This World of Tomorrow' cast". New York Theatre Guide. Retrieved 2025-11-10.