Iceman Cometh at Goodman Chicago

[jon5202]

http://www.chicagotribune.com/videogallery/69720414/Entertainment/The-Iceman-Cometh-at-Goodman-Theatre#gl-20

[Mister Matt]

I'm thinking about seeing this. If it's anywhere near as bad as Desire Under the Elms, at least there are three (!) intermission opportunities to sneak out. But I don't know if I can make it through 4 hours and 45 minutes of O'Neill dreariness. And Robert Falls is so inconsistent, I just never know if I want to spend the money. When he's good, he's great. But boy, when he's bad, I'm pissed.

[mpd4165]

^Precisely why I want to try and do their 10tix deal...in case the show's a dud.

[EponineAmneris]

I would love to have the chance to see this.

[AwesomeDanny]

I'm seeing this a week from Sunday. I got my tickets early, which is a good thing because many performances have sold out. I often do 10tix for shows at the Goodman, but this one seems like it would be particularly hard to get. I'll share my thoughts here for those who are interested.

[jon5202]

Chris Jones's review in Chicago tribune

http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/theater/theaterloop/ct-ott-0504-iceman-review-20120502,0,7611029.column

[JeaniusIsMe]

The Times sent Isherwood to review it: http://theater.nytimes.com/2012/05/04/theater/reviews/the-iceman-cometh-at-goodman-theater-in-chicago.html?pagewanted=1

I just bought a ticket- definitely excited for it.

[vegas2]

Flying to Chicago just to see this!

[willep]

Dang, that sounds fantastic.

[jon5202]

Chicago Sun Times review

http://www.suntimes.com/entertainment/12232601-452/nathan-lane-excels-in-goodmans-gorgeously-dark-iceman-cometh.html

[Depaultheatrekid]

I was there tonight for Opening, what a fantastic production!! If you're in Chicago, its definitely worth checking out, alot of the ensemble is giving World Class Performances, and although the show is long(Almost 5 hrs in total) some of the performances are well worth it. Reading the reviews I completely agree with Isherwood and Chris Jones.

[PlayItAgain]

Anyone know if there's talk of this coming to broadway, I'm assuming yes since Lane is involved....

[JeaniusIsMe]

I don't believe the plan was to take it to Broadway after the run at the Goodman. From the interviews and articles in the Tribune leading up to its opening, it seemed that it was intended to be a one-off run. However, based on the reviews and the popularity here, I'm sure that could change.

[Ed_Mottershead]

Reading between the lines, it sounds like Lane has yet to have a lock on the role. Promising but still needs work.

[Depaultheatrekid]

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304746604577380292490507470.html - The Wall Street Journal Says Production should transfer to Broadway as is.

[AC126748]

No, it doesn't say that. Teachout writes that there is "talk" of a Broadway transfer and then says "so it should--exactly as it is."

[Gypsy9]

Wow! What reviews of what appears to be a masterpiece. I wish I could see all five hours of THE ICEMAN COMETH. And special kudos to Nathan Lane.

[Depaultheatrekid]

Sorry made the correction, was a typo.

[EponineAmneris]

So excited for the "official" reviews and word-of-mouth

So proud of Nathan

[Dubliner]

Falls staging at the Abbey in the 90s with Dennehy as Hickey was magnificent.

[inlovewithjerryherman]

Saw the opening last night. I'm still exhausted and haunted by it. Absolutely brilliant - riveting, exhausting, powerful, heartbreaking all at once.

Lane is brilliant, but really has the potential to deliver what could be the best stage performance of the decade with some more time. Dennehy is incredible. Young Patrick Andrews is sensational. Stephen Ouimette is a master actor. John Hoogenakker has a Tony in his future (should this make it to New York), but he'll be competing with equally brilliant turns from Andrews, John Douglas Thompson, James Harms, Ouimette...I can't say enough good things. Go go go go go go.

[noahrp3]

I've got to find a cheap way to get to Chicago for this. Anyone know how partial the partial view box seats are at the Goodman? Its looking like my only option right now.

[noahrp3]

Eh...whatever. Bought it anyway as those partial view boxes seem to be the only thing left anyway. Beyond excited for this.

[inlovewithjerryherman]

Buy your tickets fast - the Goodman is big on "dynamic pricing".

[jon5202]

Full set of Chicago reviews for The Iceman Cometh in Chicago

http://www.theatreinchicago.com/review.php?playID=5017

also received raves from NY Times, Variety and WSJ

[jon5202]

Iceman Cometh has officially sold out its run at the Goodman in Chicago. Last minute cancellation list available.

Interesting article on the set designer (Kevin Depinet)and his concept of the set and play.

http://trailerpilot.com/2012/05/25/kevin-depinet-interview/