“Ireland’s play, while it can’t be a roadmap, is a tightly designed, gorgeously felt blueprint.”
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Pre-Existing Condition
Greenwich House Theater · 1h 15m
Opened Sep 14, 2026 · Closes Jan 8, 2027
6 Rave
8 Positive
8 Mixed
2 Negative
Critics' Take
Marin Ireland's searing debut play about domestic abuse aftermath earns strong praise for its nuanced restraint and emotional power, though some critics find it overly quiet. Lupita Nyong'o and the rotating cast deliver devastating performances.
Critic Scorecard
24 reviews6 Rave
8 Positive
8 Mixed
2 Negative
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“Ireland, who based the play on her own well-publicized experience with an actor-boyfriend during a London production . has written an actorly play that allows its entire cast to shine.”
“Ireland’s debut writing effort—she’s also an actress and fixture of the New York theater scene—is compelling and devastating.”
“With its sage script and unshakeable leading turn, “Pre-Existing Condition” offers a vital reminder that healing isn’t linear and pain cannot be neatly qualified.”
“It is a quiet, unflashy play—75 minutes, sensitively directed by Maria Dizzia, with subtle performances from an ensemble of four—but no less devastating for its restraint.”
Audience Scorecard
302 audience reviews
B
Shrugging
Showtimes
This Week(Oct 5–11)
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Pre-Existing Condition?
Marin Ireland's searing debut play about domestic abuse aftermath earns strong praise for its nuanced restraint and emotional power, though some critics find it overly quiet. Lupita Nyong'o and the rotating cast deliver devastating performances. (CriticScore 73/100 from 24 reviews.)
Is Pre-Existing Condition worth seeing?
Probably, if the material interests you. Critics say Pre-Existing Condition is worth seeing (73/100 from 24 reviews) — it works best if the premise or cast appeals to you.
What is the CriticScore for Pre-Existing Condition?
Pre-Existing Condition has a CriticScore of 73/100 based on 24 professional reviews. This is rated "Worth Seeing".
Is Pre-Existing Condition still running Off-Broadway?
Yes, Pre-Existing Condition is currently playing at Greenwich House Theater Off-Broadway. It is scheduled to close on January 8, 2027.
Where is Pre-Existing Condition playing Off-Broadway?
Pre-Existing Condition is playing at Greenwich House Theater.
How long is Pre-Existing Condition?
Pre-Existing Condition has a runtime of 1 hour and 15 minutes with no intermission.
Cast
Cast information is not yet available for this production.
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 73/100 (24 reviews)
- Status
- Now Playing
- Opened
- Sep 14, 2026
- Closes
- Jan 8, 2027
- Running
- Just opened
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Theater
- Greenwich House Theater
- Synopsis
- Pre-Existing Condition is a new play about the aftermath of a life-altering relationship, and the community that comes to fill its emotional gap.
- Data Last Updated
- October 7, 2026
