Archive · 1 Oct 2025
Ethan Slater Play About Marcel Marceau Sets Off-Broadway Premiere
The play "Marcel on the Train" is coming to Off-Broadway.
It stars Ethan Slater, and is directed by Marshall Pailet.
The play is about Marcel Marceau, a famous mime, and his secret work during World War II.
During the war, Marceau helped Jewish children escape the Nazis in France.
The play shows a less known side of this famous mime.
It explores his bravery and imagination during a difficult time.
Previews start in February 2026, and the show will open soon after.
Ethan Slater stars in "Marcel on the Train."
The play is directed by Marshall Pailet.
It's based on Marcel Marceau's resistance during the Nazi occupation.
Previews begin February 5, 2026, at Classic Stage Company.
The engagement runs through March 15, 2026.
- Who
- Ethan Slater and others in Marcel on the Train
- What
- A play about Marcel Marceau's resistance efforts during Nazi occupation.
- When
- Previews begin February 5, 2026, opening February 22, 2026
- Where
- Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway
- Why
- To tell the story of Marcel Marceau's little-known resistance efforts during World War II.
- Play Title
- Marcel on the Train
- Starring
- Ethan Slater
- Director
- Marshall Pailet
- Opening Date
- February 22, 2026
- Venue
- Classic Stage Company, Off-Broadway
- Run Dates
- February 5 - March 15, 2026