August 4, 2020
“EMOTIVE & EFFECTIVE… IMMEDIATE & URGENT, THE LINE bears the marks of rapid response” – The Guardian
“CUTS TO THE BONE” – Variety
“These words sting with truth, but it’s the human spectrum before us that turns sociological observation into gasping emotion” – LA Times
The Public Theater is committed to presenting stories that reflect and explore the world and time we live in. As our nation continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, The Public is producing and presenting a digital expression that centers the stories of frontline medical workers in New York City.
THE LINE
Written by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen
Directed by Jessica Blank
THE LINE is a new play by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen created in the award-winning documentary style that brought you The Exonerated, Aftermath, and Coal Country. Crafted from firsthand interviews with New York City medical first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic, THE LINE cuts through the media and political noise to reveal the lived experiences of frontline medical workers in New York and their battle to save lives in a system built to serve the bottom line.
ACCESS THE PLAY FOR FREE
Extended! THE LINE will be available on demand until Tuesday, September 1 at 11:59PM EDT on The Public Theater YouTube Channel.
For more information on accessibility, please reach out to accessibility@publictheater.org.
The complete company of THE LINE features:
CONSIDER SUPPORTING OUR HEALTH CARE PARTNERS
The Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is one of the largest physicians group in the nation. PAGNY and its Health & Research Foundation created the PAGNY COVID Relief Fund to provide frontline workers with help and continuing emotional health supports. Learn more and consider providing support.
Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent, and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support vulnerable New York City families in living their healthiest lives. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an unprecedented number of New Yorkers turning to PHS for basic necessities such as food and health insurance support. Learn more and consider providing support.
The global COVID-19 Pandemic has disproportionately affected Black communities and communities of color. There are a number of organizations and communities who support Black communities on the front lines. We encourage you to make a contribution to support their efforts.
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