The Stoppard Series

June 4 - July 19, 2026

Written by Tom Stoppard

Directed by Carey Perloff

Wednesday, May 6 at 7pm

Join a live interview with the director and close friend and collaborator of the late Tom Stoppard.  Carey will speak of their relationship, her connection to his work and how they worked together to re-imagine pages of the original Leopoldstadt production exclusively for the stage at Writers.   

Monday, May 18 at 7pm

At the turn of the 20th century, Vienna was the cultural capital of Europe and Austro-Hungary was one of the imperial powers ruling the continent. Led by a historian of the times, this lecture covers the geopolitical context of the 20th century’s first 50 years and Vienna’s role in those decades’ momentous events.

Tuesday, June 16 at 7pm

Once a hub of Jewish intellectual and cultural life, Vienna was profoundly transformed in the first half of the twentieth century. This lecture examines Jewish life at the turn of the century, the rupture of Nazism, and the challenges of postwar recovery.

Hosted by Writers Theatre and Sukkat Shalom

Friday, July 10 at 6pm

Rituals around prayer and food, as depicted in Leopoldstadt, are central to Jewish culture. The best known may be the tradition of observing Shabbat on Friday night. This welcoming interfaith gathering includes an accessible Shabbat service followed by a shared dinner. We’ll explain traditions as we go and create space for reflection, connection, and community. Open to everyone.  

Saturday, June 20 at 2pm

WT wants seeing theatre to be easy for parents and caregivers. Drop your young ones off at an onsite theatre class while you catch the Saturday matinee.

Sunday, June 28 and July 19 at 12pm

Keep the conversation going! Join fellow audience members and WT Artistic staff for a lively, in-person discussion delving into the characters, production elements and themes of the play.