U.S. PREMIERE OFF-BROADWAY AT 59E59 THEATERS: EXTENDED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3RD, 2023

"Brendan George is earnest and endearing. The bravest thing about A EULOGY FOR ROMAN is its embrace of kindness, resilience and community.” - The New York Times

"Irresistible. A delightfully unique memorial service.” - NY Stage Review ★★★★

"Overwhelmingly successful. I was in tears more than a few times, and laughing hysterically more than a few times." - Front Row Center ★★★★ 

"George [is] an undeniably endearing and lovable presence." – Theatrely

“George inhabits Milo so persuasively that it’s hard to know where the actor ends and his character begins.” - OffOffOnline

“George does a terrific job of both endearingly portraying Milo while at the same time creating a safe and comfortable atmosphere for his audience.” - Interludes (RECOMMENDED)

PRESS & REVIEWS FROM EDINBURGH FRINGE 2022

“A Eulogy for Roman transcends the limits of the stage.” - Broadway Baby (★★★★★)

"My favourite show at the festival this year.” - Mix Up Theatre (★★★★★)

“Transcends a typical trip to the theater.” - All About Solo Critics’ Choice (★★★★★)

"The perfect way to start your day… A lovely warm hug of a show." - The Scotsman (★★★★)

"Has the audience leaving with warmth in their hearts." - The Wee Review (★★★★)

"I was simply in awe of what I saw." - FringeReview ("Outstanding Show")

 
 

Written/Performed by Brendan George || Conceived/Directed by Peter Charney

Original Writing, Solo Theatre, Audience Interaction

[*Note: this press copy is from the show’s Edinburgh premiere in 2022. The 2023 show page is here.]

Following a sold-out New York City preview run at 59E59 Off-Broadway, A Eulogy For Roman will make its official world premiere at the 75th Edinburgh Fringe, August 2022. Writer and solo performer Brendan George leads as Milo, a young man who travels from The United States to Edinburgh with an urn and a promise – to eulogize the recent death of his childhood best friend. Milo and his guests join to complete the memorial; together they confront death, celebrate life, and make a promise of their own… After 60 whirlwind minutes, audiences are guaranteed a darkly comedic coming-of-age tale that will linger long after they’ve left the theatre.


Brendan George and Peter Charney are New York City-based theatre artists proud to be making their Edinburgh Fringe debuts! Brendan is currently a member of the NYU Grad Acting class of 2024. As a solo performer, he starred in the twice-extended U.S. premiere of Bleach (Wilson Lounge) and led the world premiere of The Crisis Actor (Laurie Beechman Theatre). Peter is the co-creator and director of Bright and Brave, an original musical which has played to sold-out audiences Off-Broadway. A Eulogy for Roman marks their first collaboration as they explore what makes the shared experience of theatre truly vital.

Tickets for performances at Edinburgh Fringe ‘22 are no longer available.

You can also follow along @eulogyforroman on Instagram (pictured below)!

A peek behind the eulogy! Part of what keeps this service running is the phenomenal front of house staff at @59e59. After every performance, they deliver a house report and include audience reactions and responses that have been relayed to them. Her
The reviews are in: this “sneakily affecting show” (NY Times) is a must see!! ‘A Eulogy For Roman’ is an “embrace of kindness, resilience and community,” and we can’t wait for you to join us at the service.
Très chic! We are honored to make the list of @nyc_arts top 5 events in NYC for the coming week! ‘A Eulogy For Roman’ is a one of a kind event you don’t want to miss out on. Your seat at the service awaits 💌 Link in bio! @
A press round up in advance of opening week — shoutout to @tdfnyc for the rec, and to @stamfordadvocate for the profile! Give yourself a treat for the coming week — grab a seat at A Eulogy For Roman, Aug 8-27 💌
An excerpt from a delightful interview with @bwwmatt at @broadwayradio this past week! Writer/ performer @curiousbgeorge chats with Matt Tamanini about the show’s journey across the ocean and back, what audiences can expect, and how one woman
August has arrived, which means ONE WEEK from performances!! Co-created by director @pcharnz and writer/ performer @curiousbgeorge, this is a life-affirming memorial that you won’t forget. Thanks to @jake.m.white for these incredible shots, wi
Exactly two weeks away from performances!! Roman is loving the press tour. Here he is posing with our beautiful postcards from @59e59 — now back to rehearsals! We hope to see you soon. Link in bio ⚱️💙💙
Less than one month!! Roman awaits… After a critically acclaimed run at Edinburgh Fringe, you are cordially invited to the return of ‘A EULOGY FOR ROMAN’ in NYC! An updated adaptation awaits audiences both new and returning. You w