Set at the turn of the 22nd century, This World of Tomorrow follows Bert Allenberry, a lonely scientist searching through time for meaning and connection. His journey through time reveals the tensions between nostalgia and progress, and ultimately confronts the question of what truly makes a life worth living.

Academy Award winner Tom Hanks stars as Bert and co-writes the play with James Glossman, drawing from Hanks’s own short stories. The production is directed by Kenny Leon, a Tony Award winner known for A Raisin in the Sun and Fences. 

Commissioned and produced by The Shed, this eight-week limited engagement brings together a team of award-winning theatre artists in the Griffin Theater. The production is part of The Shed’s ongoing commitment to new work and innovation, supported by its commissioning fund and presenting partnerships.