The off-Broadway production of 'Walden,' written by Amy Berryman and directed by Whitney White, officially opened on November 7, 2024, at the Tony Kiser Theater.

The play is set in the near future and revolves around the characters Stella, played by Emmy Rossum, and her fiancé, Bryan, portrayed by Motell Foster, as they await the arrival of Stella's estranged twin sister, Cassie, played by Zoë Winters.

The narrative explores the complex relationship between the twin sisters, who were raised to become NASA scientists but have taken divergent paths; Cassie has just returned from a successful moon mission while Stella has distanced herself from NASA.

Their reunion at a remote cabin reignites old conflicts and forces them to confront choices about their futures in a world where humanity's fate is uncertain.

Critics note a shift in the play's focus from space exploration to a more soap opera-like examination of the sisters' relationship and Stella's fiancé, Bryan.

Jesse Green from The New York Times observes that while the performances can lean towards melodrama, Winters delivers a consistently convincing portrayal.

The production features scenic design by Matt Saunders, costume design by Qween Jean, lighting design by Adam Honoré, and sound design by Lee Kinney.

Playbill is actively updating the list of reviews as they are published, showcasing the critical reception of the play.

'Walden' will be performed at the Tony Kiser Theater until November 24, 2024.

Frank Scheck from New York Stage Review critiques the underdeveloped sci-fi elements of the play, suggesting it relies too heavily on interpersonal drama without sufficient character development.

Charles Isherwood from The Wall Street Journal comments on the play's success in exploring family dynamics, although it fails to convincingly portray a dystopian future.

Melissa Rose Bernardo praises the chemistry between Rossum and Winters, highlighting Rossum's off-Broadway debut after her television career.