Can I Be Frank?

First Preview: Jul 24, 2025

Opening Date: Aug 04, 2025

Closing Date: Sep 13, 2025

Running Time: 01:10

https://www.canibefrank.nyc/

Playing @

SoHo Playhouse

15 Vandam Street New York City, NY 10013

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In a desperate attempt to prove they can think about someone other than themself, Morgan Bassichis turns to the work of queer comedian, musician and performance artist Frank Maya. Maya was among the first out gay comedians on network television and on the precipice of mainstream success before he died from AIDS-related complications in 1995. This new “solo” performance humbly attempts to ensure Maya’s legacy is no longer overlooked while finally resolving the bottomless queer search for fame and for father figures, and for laughter in times of crisis.

Can I Be Frank? is written and performed by Morgan Bassichis and based on and with original material by Frank Maya. It is directed by 2025 Tony Award Winner for Best Director Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!) and was originally developed and produced at La MaMa Experimental Club.

Off Broadway Solo

Show Notes: No intermission

Audience Advisory:

Please note that the Soho Playhouse is a landmark building that regrettably is not wheelchair accessible. There are 7 steps up into the lobby, an additional 8 steps up into the theater and 14 steps down to bathroom from the lobby. There is no ramp access.

Performance Schedule:

MONDAY-FRIDAY @ 7 PM
SATURDAY @ 5 PM & 8 PM

Added performance August 31 @ 5 PM
No performance September 1

Cast

Morgan Bassichis

Director

Sam Pinkleton

Written by

Morgan Bassichis), based on and with original material by Frank Maya