“Everything about this production is wonderful and it will have you standing and cheering come curtain call.”
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Delirium
The Space at Irondale · 1h 30m
Opened Sep 24, 2026 · Closes Nov 7, 2026
6 Rave
3 Positive
Critics' Take
Critics praise Igor Golyak's inventive adaptation of Ionesco's absurdist play, celebrating its timely resonance and the exceptional chemistry between lead actors Chulpan Khamatova and Andrey Burkovskiy in this captivating production.
Critic Scorecard
9 reviews6 Rave
3 Positive
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“Golyak and his gifted collaborators sail right down the middle, bringing us something that is two parts slapstick to one part tragedy, seasoned with just enough whimsy and terror.”
Exeunt Magazine StaffFull Review
“Golyak’s production achieves delicate balances between timeliness and timelessness, hilarity and horror, and the result is an astonishing piece of work.”
“What makes Golyak’s production really roar into flame is the astonishing magnetism of his performers.”
“Muscular performances and jaw-dropping design come together seamlessly for an evening of theater that will linger in my memory for a long time.”
Audience Scorecard
33 audience reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Delirium?
Critics praise Igor Golyak's inventive adaptation of Ionesco's absurdist play, celebrating its timely resonance and the exceptional chemistry between lead actors Chulpan Khamatova and Andrey Burkovskiy in this captivating production. (CriticScore 88/100 from 9 reviews.)
Is Delirium worth seeing?
Absolutely — Delirium is one of the season's most acclaimed shows, earning a rare 88/100 from 9 critics. Don't miss it.
What is the CriticScore for Delirium?
Delirium has a CriticScore of 88/100 based on 9 professional reviews. This is considered a "Critical Gold" show.
Is Delirium still running Off-Broadway?
Yes, Delirium is currently playing at The Space at Irondale Off-Broadway. It is scheduled to close on November 7, 2026.
Where is Delirium playing Off-Broadway?
Delirium is playing at The Space at Irondale.
How long is Delirium?
Delirium has a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes with no intermission.
Current Cast
- Andrey BurkovskiyHim
- Chulpan KhamatovaHer
Original Cast
- Andrey BurkovskiyHim
- Chulpan KhamatovaHer
Creative Team
- Eugène IonescoPlaywright
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 88/100 (9 reviews)
- Status
- Now Playing
- Opened
- Sep 24, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 7, 2026
- Running
- Just opened
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Theater
- The Space at Irondale
- Synopsis
- A couple's surreal battle unfolds as reality dissolves in Igor Golyak's adaptation. A couple remains trapped in an endless argument while the world outside descends into chaos. As the line between reality and delusion blurs, "Her" and "Him" navigate a shifting landscape where conflict becomes an expression of devotion. The play is a new adaptation of Eugène Ionesco's Frenzy for Two, Or More, transforming absurdist comedy into an intimate portrait of two people fighting to preserve one another's existence. The production is adapted and directed by Igor Golyak (Our Class, founder of Arlekin). The creative team includes scenic and properties designer Jan Pappelbaum (Our Class), costume designer Sasha Ageeva, composer Anna Drubich, lighting designer Jeff Adelberg, and sound designer Denis Z...
- Data Last Updated
- October 5, 2026
