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Gore Vidal's The Best Man

Gore Vidal's The Best Man

Theatre
Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (New York, NY)
236 West 45th St.
New York, NY
Running Time
2 hours and 30 minutes, including intermission
Price
$67.00 - $142.00 (Student Rush TIckets $31.50)
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Theater Talk Re-Airs October 2000 Gore Vidal Interview This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2012

With Gore Vidal's The Best Man enjoying a new run on Broadway, THEATER TALK this weekend will repeat an interview with the renowned playwright, recorded in October 2000 when the first-ever revival of the 1960 play was also on Broadway. (more...)


Photo Flash: Candice Bergen Talks THE BEST MAN on Live! With Kelly
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man began previews on Tuesday, March 6th, 2012, prior to an April 1 opening night at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Candice Bergen chatted about the show this morning during her visit to LIVE! With Kelly. View a photo below! (more...)


Stars and Director of THE BEST MAN Set for Discussion Evening at 92nd Street Y, May 30
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2012

The stars of Gore Vidal's The Best Man James Earl Jones, John Larroquette, Eric McCormack, Michael McKean and Jefferson Mays will be joining the play's director Michael Wilson at 92nd Street Y on Monday April 30 at 8pm for a talk event about this fascinating, prescient work, which Vidal wrote in an era when the impact of television and public discussion of politicians' sex lives had yet to be felt. Caryn James, the film and culture critic and author, moderates the discussion. (more...)


92Y Hosts THE BEST MAN Conversation With John Larroquette, James Earl Jones and More, 4/30
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2012

On April 30, critic Caryn James will lead a conversation regarding why Gore Vidal's The Best Man is more relevant than ever in this election year at 92Y. Set to appear are several of the show's stars: James Earl Jones, John Larroquette, Michael McKean, Jefferson Mays and director Michael Wilson. (more...)


Photo Coverage: GORE VIDAL's THE BEST MAN Starry Theatre Arrivals!
by Walter McBride - April 2, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man opened last night, Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre for a strictly limited 18 week engagement is directed by Drama Desk Award winner Michael Wilson (The Orphans Home Cycle Part I, II and III, Dividing The Estate). Gore Vidal's The Best Man comes to Broadway in an all-star theatrical event with two time Tony Award winner James Earl Jones, Tony and Emmy Award winner John Larroquette, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Candice Bergen, Emmy Award winner Eric McCormack, Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler, Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays, Drama Desk Award winner Michael McKean and five time Tony Award winner Angela Lansbury. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the arrivals and brings you photo coverage below! (more...)


Photo Coverage: THE BEST MAN Celebrates Opening with Fans at the Stage Door!
by Walter McBride - April 2, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man opened last night, Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. BroadwayWorld.com was on hand to catch the stars exiting the stage door following the performance and brings you photo coverage of the post-show scene! Check out James Earl Jones, Angela Lansbury and Eric McCormack and more! (more...)


Photo Coverage: Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN Opening Night Bows
by Walter McBride - April 2, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man opened last night, Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the all-star cast's opening night bows! (more...)


Review Roundup: Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN is Back on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - April 1, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man began previews on Tuesday, March 6th, 2012 and opened tonight, Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Let's see what the critics had to say... (more...)


THE BEST MAN Opens Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - April 1, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man opens today, Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Previews began on March 6th, 2012. The strictly limited 18 week engagement is directed by Drama Desk Award winner Michael Wilson (The Orphans Home Cycle Part I, II and III, Dividing The Estate). Gore Vidal's The Best Man comes to Broadway in an all-star theatrical event with two time Tony Award winner James Earl Jones, Tony and Emmy Award winner John Larroquette, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Candice Bergen, Emmy Award winner Eric McCormack, Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler, Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays, Drama Desk Award winner Michael McKean and five time Tony Award winner Angela Lansbury. (more...)


BWW TV: First Look at GORE VIDAL'S THE BEST MAN - Complete Show Highlights!
by BroadwayWorld TV - March 30, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man begins previews on Tuesday, March 6th, 2012 and will open official on Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Gore Vidal's The Best Man is coming to Broadway in an all-star theatrical event with two time Tony Award winner James Earl Jones, Tony and Emmy Award winner John Larroquette, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Candice Bergen, Emmy Award winner Eric McCormack, Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler, Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays, Drama Desk Award winner Michael McKean and five time Tony Award winner Angela Lansbury. Production footage has just been released and below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look! (more...)


Photo Flash: Angela Lansbury, James Earl Jones, Eric McCormack, et al. in Broadway's THE BEST MAN- Production Shots!
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man begins previews on Tuesday, March 6th, 2012. An official opening is set for Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Gore Vidal's The Best Man is coming to Broadway in an all-star theatrical event with two time Tony Award winner James Earl Jones, Tony and Emmy Award winner John Larroquette, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Candice Bergen, Emmy Award winner Eric McCormack, Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler, Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays, Drama Desk Award winner Michael McKean and five time Tony Award winner Angela Lansbury. BroadwayWorld brings you just released production shots below! (more...)


STAGE TUBE: Candice Bergen Talks THE BEST MAN with Jimmy Fallon
by Stage Tube - March 23, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man begins previews on Tuesday, March 6th, 2012. An official opening is set for Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Candice Bergen recently chatted about the show during her visit to 'Late Night.' Check out the full interview below! (more...)


UP ON THE MARQUEE: THE BEST MAN!
by Up On The Marquee - February 23, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man begins previews on Tuesday, March 6th, 2012. An official opening is set for Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. (more...)


Box Office Opens Tomorrow for THE BEST MAN
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2012

The box office at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) will open tomorrow, February 14th at 10:00am for the star-studded 2012 Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's The Best Man. (more...)


Photo Coverage: GORE VIDAL'S THE BEST MAN Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride - February 2, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man began rehearsals on Monday, January 30th, with the first preview performance set for Tuesday, March 6th, in anticipation of an April 1st, 2012 opening at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Yesterday, the company met the press and below, BroadwayWorld brings you complete photo coverage below! (more...)


BWW TV: Meet the Cast of Broadway's THE BEST MAN!
by BroadwayWorld TV - February 1, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man began rehearsals on Monday, January 30th, with the first preview performance set for Tuesday, March 6th, in anticipation of an April 1st, 2012 opening at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Today, the company met the press and below, BroadwayWorld brings you the full press conference with the cast and creative team! (more...)


FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Company of GORE VIDAL'S THE BEST MAN!
by Walter McBride - February 1, 2012

Gore Vidal's The Best Man began rehearsals on Monday, January 30th, with the first preview performance set for Tuesday, March 6th, in anticipation of an April 1st, 2012 opening at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Today, the company met the press and below, BroadwayWorld brings you a FREEZE FRAME photo preview! Stay tuned for full coverage! (more...)


Tickets Go On Sale for Broadway's THE BEST MAN 1/28
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2012

Tickets for Gore Vidal's The Best Man will go on sale to the general public beginning Saturday, January 28th, 2012. Tickets will be available on Telecharge.com or by calling (212) 239-6200. The box office of The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) will open Tuesday, February 14th at 10:00 am. (more...)


Kerry Butler Joins THE BEST MAN; Casting Now Complete
by BWW News Desk - January 5, 2012

Producers Jeffrey Richards, Jerry Frankel and INFINITY Stages announced today that Tony Award nominee KERRY BUTLER (Xanadu) has joined the cast of the 2012 Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's The Best Man in the role of Mabel Cantwell, a role that Edie Adams played in the film adaptation and later by Christine Ebersole in the 2000 Broadway revival. The addition of Butler marks the completion of principal casting for this star-studded theatrical event. (more...)


Eric McCormack Joins GORE VIDAL'S THE BEST MAN
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2011

Emmy Award winner ERIC McCORMACK will return to Broadway as presidential contender Joseph Cantwell in the star-studded cast of the 2012 Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's The Best Man. The role of Senator Cantwell was played by Cliff Robertson in the film adaptation and Chris Noth in the 2000 Broadway revival. (more...)


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