Archduke revisits one of history’s most infamous moments, focusing on the young men behind the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. The play presents their fateful path as both darkly comic and deeply human, revealing the vulnerabilities and absurdities behind a pivotal event that would ignite World War I.

The play is written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph, whose previous works include Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Describe the Night, and Guards at the Taj. It is directed by Tony Award® winner Darko Tresnjak, best known for his work on A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder and Anastasia. The production stars Tony nominee Patrick Page, with additional casting to be announced.