Marjorie Prime

Marjorie Prime

by Jordan Harrison

About the play

“Marjorie Prime” by Jordan Harrison is a futuristic play about Marjorie, an elderly woman with dementia, who has a conversation with her late husband, Walter. The play delves into themes of memory, identity, and the impact of technology, especially AI, on human relationships. It’s a poignant and often humorous look at how we choose to remember and forget.

Marjorie Prime was originally produced by Center Theatre Group, Michael Richie, Artistic Director, and received its world premiere at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles, CA in 2014.

Marjorie Prime was comissioned by Playwrights Horizons in association with Theatre Masters and its Visionary Playwright Award, and with additional funds provided by the Harold and Mimi Steinberg Comissioning Program.

The play was written with the support of the Clubbed Thumb Writer’s Group.It was work-shopped in the 2013 pacific Playwrights Festival at South Coast Repertory, and was further developed with the support of the Rose Green Award at Cleveland Play House.

Place and Time

“Marjorie Prime” takes place around the year 2062, primarily within the living room of the private home of Marjorie.

About the author

Jordan Harrison is an accomplished playwright and author known for his thought-provoking and often futuristic works. His work often delves into complex themes and human experiences, making him a significant voice in contemporary theater.
Some of his notable plays include “Maple and Vine”, “Doris to Darlene”, and “Kid-Simple”.
His play “Marjorie Prime” was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2015 and has been widely acclaimed for its exploration of memory and technology.

Press

• Interview mit einem Hologramm (Gießener Allgemeine, May 13, 2025)
• Der Ehemann als Neuauflage (Gießener Anzeiger, May 13, 2025)

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