FAQs

Where is Dog Day Afternoon playing?

Dog Day Afternoon is playing at the August Wilson Theater at 245 West 52nd Street (Between Broadway & 8th Avenue).

Accessibility Information

The August Wilson Theatre offers Wheelchair Accessible seating, Aisle Transfer seating, Companion seating, and Vision/Hearing Accessible seating. For more information, please visit augustwilsonbroadway.com/your-visit/accessibility/.

Are there any content warnings I should know about?

The play contains profanity, some violence, and references to drugs and alcohol.

What is the recommended age for Dog Day Afternoon?

The recommended age is 16+.

Is this play related to the 1975 movie?

Yes, this play is based on the 1975 film of the same name directed by Sidney Lumet, starring Al Pacino and John Cazale as Sonny and Sal. Award-winning writer Stephen Adly Guirgis and director Rupert Goold have adapted it for Broadway, with Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in the starring roles.

Is Dog Day Afternoon based on true events?

Yes, Dog Day Afternoon tells the story of John Wojtowicz and his stranger-than-fiction bank robbery that ignited a media frenzy in New York City in the summer of 1972. It’s a true tale of the desperate chaos of a man—and a city—on the edge.