Joanna Gleason's Glowing Return to New York Theater

Joanna Gleason, famed for her role in 'Into the Woods,' returns to the New York stage in 'We Had a World.' In this play by Josh Harmon, Gleason portrays Renee, a devoted grandmother navigating her estranged relationship with her daughter while bonding with her grandson, Joshua. The production highlights Gleason’s talent for portraying warmth and complexity in her character. Gleason praises the play’s authenticity, attributing much of its emotional depth to Harmon’s personal experiences, marking a significant return for the beloved actress after a long absence from stage performances.

"This play's so beautifully written, so true and raw," Gleason tells. "Josh Harmon was very brave to dramatize, right out of his own life, what his relationships were growing up."

"Once witnessed, that Gleason glow is not forgotten. The thing is, it hasn't been seen in some time—at least not on stage in New York."

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