A vintage typewriter is overtaken by streams of binary code, symbolizing the blend of traditional writing tools and modern digital technology. A phrase on the paper morphs into binary code until part of it becomes illegible. The background features a neon-colored, grid-like virtual environment, suggesting cyberspace or a digital matrix.
Artwork by Yadira Hernández

Play Details

Title

Flawless

Dates

September 3 - 20

Price

$18 - $60

Venue

Bauer Boucher Theatre Center

Running Time

75 mins

No intermission
Opening Night

Fri, Sep 4, 2026

$60

New Jersey Premiere

Flawless

September 3 - 20
|
2026
John Wooten headshot

Play by

John J. Wooten

Directed by

Joe Brancato

A writer and an AI software designer battle to create the next great play in this cautionary tale about the impending intersection of technology and creativity.

Produced in partnership with Penguin Rep and Shadowland Stages. Flawless had its World Premiere at Penguin Rep.

“Flawless lives up to its title.”
– petekramer.substack

“A wise and witty play about writing plays with AI.”
– broadwayworld

Creative Team

Joe Brancato, Director
Christian Fleming, Set & Costume Designer
Martin Vreeland, Lighting Designer
Yana Biryukova, Projection Designer
Max Silverman, Sound Designer
Buffy Cardoza, Props Master
Madeleine Blossom, Production Stage Manager

Scheduled Performances

Previews

Thursday, September 3 @ 7:30 pm

Opening Night

Friday, September 4 @ 7:30 pm

Regular Performances

Saturday, September 5 @ 3:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 6 @ 3:00 pm
Thursday, September 10 @ 7:30 pm
Friday, September 11 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 12 @ 3:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 13 @ 3:00 pm
Thursday, September 17 @ 7:30 pm
Friday, September 18 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 19 @ 3:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 20 @ 3:00 pm

Venue Information

Bauer Boucher Theatre Center

1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083

Tickets Info

$60 Opening Night (performance + party)
$42 Standard
$32 Senior (65+)
$32 Kean Alumni/Staff
$27 ADA
$18 Student

Three Show Season Package

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Two Show Season Package

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Opening Night

Friday, September 4, 2026

Eat, drink, play, repeat! Celebrate the opening night of Flawless!

6:30 PM

Pre-show cocktail party in the theatre lobby.

7:30 PM

Opening night performance of Flawless.

8:45 PM

Champagne and dessert reception in the theatre lobby.

Audience Extras

Post Show Talkbacks

Engage more deeply with the play in our free talkbacks following select matinee performances.

Sunday, September 6

Sunday, September 13

Saturday, September 19

Production Media

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