The Lehman Trilogy

Friday, March 14, 2025 to Sunday, April 06, 2025

By Stefano Massini
Directed by Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill

“A dazzling piece of storytelling”–Time Out
“A must-see event. Epic in every conceivable way. You dare not miss it.” —New York Post
“Five stars. The performances are note-perfect.”—The Times (UK)

Weaving together nearly two centuries of family history, this grand theatrical event charts the humble beginnings, outrageous successes and devastating failure of the Lehman financial institution that would ultimately bring the global economy to its knees.

On a cold September morning in 1844, a young man from Bavaria stands on a New York dockside dreaming of a new life. He is soon joined by his two brothers and an American journey begins with a small store in Alabama. 163 years later, the firm they establish—Lehman Brothers—spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy, triggering the largest financial crisis in history. Told in three parts over one evening, “The Lehman Trilogy” is a modern theatrical classic.

Having celebrated highly lauded runs on Broadway and in London’s West End, and hailed by The New York Times as “a genuinely epic production,” “The Lehman Trilogy” is the tale of one family’s passionate pursuit of the American Dream and the piercing cost of greed, excess and unbridled power.

Run time: roughly 3 hours and 15 minutes (includes two intermissions—15 minutes and 10 minutes).

Please note there are trigger warnings for this production: Gun shots (recorded). There are NO guns in the show; mentions about suicide; bright moving lights; loud noises (Civil War cannons, battle sounds, fire).

Don’t miss our special event nights!

Preview Party – Friday, March 7-Sunday, March 9
Ticket holders will be entered for an exclusive prize! Every show is different!

Opening Night – Tuesday, March 11
Includes complimentary post-show champagne toast and pastries from Bella Napoli!

Chef’s Table – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 18
Enjoy samples of turkey dinner with mashed potatoes, stuffing and gravy from Mr. Bumbles Cafe!

ASL Performance – 3 p.m. Saturday, March 22
This performance features sign language interpreters. To request access to the designated seating section, please call the box office at 518.346.6204

Thirsty Thursday – 6:00 p.m. Thursday, March 27
Enjoy samples from Albany Distilling!

Behind the Scenes – 1 p.m. Sunday, March 30
12:30 p.m., complimentary coffee and pastry from Cider Belly Donuts before the pre-show presentation of the special effects behind “The Lehman Trilogy,” hosted by Producing Artistic Director Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill. This special conversation is free and open to the public.

 

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