As “Punch” nears the end of its Broadway run, Manhattan Theatre Club will make James Graham’s drama available to audiences nationwide during its final week via streaming.

A captured live performance of “Punch” will be made available for streaming from Oct. 28 through Nov. 2, coinciding with the end of its limited engagement. After purchasing a ticket, buyers will receive a viewing link that allows them to watch the stream for 24 hours, starting at curtain time.

During the pandemic shutdown, many believed that livestreaming and filmed stage productions would become an essential part of the theater ecosystem. However, that has not broadly materialized, largely due to the cost and complexity involved in securing rights and capturing live performances.

“Punch” marks one of the few instances

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