Synopsis
It's a story the world knows by heart: a young Jewish girl's harrowing account of hiding with her family from the Nazis in a tiny attic in Amsterdam. A striking new adaptation restores deleted passages from the diary, offering us a richer look into this extraordinary young woman's coming of age. The Diary of Anne Frank is recommended for children 12 and older.Running Time
Running Time: 2 hours 5 minutes, including 1 Intermission
Content Advisory
Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.
Watch & Listen
Cast & Artists
The Artists
- Sound Design: Michael Bodeen
- Assistant Director: Margot Bordelon
- Stage Manager: Malcolm Ewen
- Dramaturg: Rosie Forrest
- Assistant Stage Manager: Christine D. Freeburg
- Scenic Design: Richard Hoover
- Directed by: ensemble member Tina Landau
- Sound Design: Rob Milburn
- Costume Design: James Schuette
- Lighting Design: Scott Zielinski
Reviews
"As calibrated by Steppenwolf’s Landau, Anne Frank still has a cumulative impact that’s without peer."
-Time Out Chicago
"Warmth, integrity, occasional bursts of humor, and heartbreak! Steppenwolf has struck gold!"
-Copley News
"Highly Recommended!"
-Chicago Reader
"Smart, strong, clear-eyed revival! Landau is at her best!"
-Chicago Tribune
"Highly Recommended! Powerful! It is essential viewing!"
-Chicago Sun-Times
"This production finds both power and beauty!"
-Variety
-Time Out Chicago
"Warmth, integrity, occasional bursts of humor, and heartbreak! Steppenwolf has struck gold!"
-Copley News
"Highly Recommended!"
-Chicago Reader
"Smart, strong, clear-eyed revival! Landau is at her best!"
-Chicago Tribune
"Highly Recommended! Powerful! It is essential viewing!"
-Chicago Sun-Times
"This production finds both power and beauty!"
-Variety
Program Articles
Continuing the Conversation
Three audience members from Sonia Flew relate their own stories of leaving Cuba for the United States.
Letter from the Artistic Director on The Diary of Anne Frank
Artistic Director Martha Lavey talks about the decision to include The Diary of Anne Frank in the 2006-2007 Season.
What Do I Hope to Find?
Read these selections from Tina Landau's journal as she traveled through Amsterdam to visit the Anne Frank House.