Get ready to have your world turned upside down—The Disappear is here, and it’s not just another play. But here’s where it gets controversial: What happens when the lives of a seemingly perfect power couple unravel in ways that drag their friends, affairs, and even their daughter into the chaos? This gripping Off-Broadway production, written by BAFTA Award nominee Erica Schmidt, has already extended its run due to overwhelming demand. Opening officially on January 15 at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre, the show began previews on January 8 and will now captivate audiences through February 22.
Starring Dylan Baker, Madeline Brewer, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Hamish Linklater, Anna Mirodin, and Miriam Silverman, The Disappear dives into the messy, unpredictable side of relationships. And this is the part most people miss: It’s not just about the couple—it’s about the ripple effects of their choices on everyone around them. The play marks Schmidt’s second world premiere with Audible, following her 2023 hit Lucy, and is set to be recorded as an Audible Original in the coming months.
Behind the scenes, the production shines just as brightly. Brett J. Banakis’s set design, Jennifer Moeller and Miriam Kelleher’s costumes, Cha See’s lighting, and Palmer Hefferan’s sound design create a world that feels both intimate and explosive. Merrick A. B. Williams leads as production stage manager, with Mary Kate Baughman assisting, while Beacon Theatrical Services and ShowTown Theatricals ensure everything runs smoothly. Casting by David Caparelliotis and Joe Gery brings together a powerhouse ensemble that’s impossible to forget.
Here’s the bold question: Does perfection ever truly exist, or is it just a facade waiting to crack? The Disappear doesn’t shy away from asking—and answering—this in ways that will leave you questioning everything. Check out the new production photos below, and for tickets and more information, visit AudiblexMinetta.com. Don’t miss your chance to see the show everyone will be talking about. What’s your take? Is this a story of inevitable downfall, or a mirror to our own messy lives? Let us know in the comments!
