The Immigrant

The Immigrant is a new physical comedy from Synetic Theater, adapted by Paata and Irina Tsikurishvili from the classic 1918 silent comedy. The story follows a newcomer arriving in early 20th-century New York, capturing the trials, mishaps, and high hopes of the American immigrant journey through Synetic’s signature wordless movement style. As a theater founded and populated by immigrant artists, Synetic makes this story deeply personal, bringing great heart and innovative physical comedy to the legacy of the original film.

When: July 31 – August 2, 2026

Showtimes: Friday July 31 at 7:30pm; Saturday August 1 at 1:30pm and 7:30pm; Sunday August 2 at 3:00pm

Tickets: $45–$73; available via the Thomas Jefferson Theatre box office

Lineup: Paata Tsikurishvili (The Immigrant), Vato Tsikurishvili (Little Fellow), Maryam Najafzada (Hetty), Stella Bunch (Hetty’s Sister/Understudy Hetty), Philip Fletcher (The Producer), Zana Gankhuyag (Ensemble), Natan-Maël Gray (Ensemble/Understudy Little Fellow), Joshua Cole Lucas (Ensemble), Nutsa Tediashvili (Ensemble), Kaitlyn Shifflett (Ensemble), Liam Klopfenstein (Ensemble)

Creative Team: Paata Tsikurishvili (Co-Director & Adaptation), Irina Tsikurishvili (Co-Director), Nathan Weinberger (Adaptation), Brian Allard (Lighting Designer), Dean Leong (Assistant Lighting Designer), Erik Teague (Costume Designer), Channing Tucker (Assistant Costume Designer), Phil Charlwood (Set Designer), Tim Grant (Scenic Artist), Amy Kellett (Production Manager & Props Designer), Khue Duong (Production Stage Manager), Natasha Sanchez (Assistant Stage Manager), Konstantine Lortkipanidze (Sound Designer, Composer & Remix), Irakli Kavsadze (Assistant Director & Co-Sound Designer), Aaron Kan (Additional Music)

Ages: Parental guidance advised for young children

Venue: Thomas Jefferson Theatre, 125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204