Gore Vidal's The Best Man (2012 Tony Award nominee, Best Play Revival) is now on Broadway in an all-star theatrical event with two time Tony Award winner James Earl Jones, Tony and Emmy Award winner John Larroquette, Golden Globe Award winner Cybill Shepherd, Emmy Award nominee John Stamos, Emmy Award more...
Elizabeth Ashley, a distinguished actress with an extensive career, starred in both the 2000 and 2012 Broadway revivals of Gore Vidal's The Best Man, showcasing her enduring talent and versatility on stage. more...
Mark Blum, a versatile actor with an extensive career on Broadway, including notable performances in Gore Vidal’s The Best Man, also boasts an impressive array of Off-Broadway, regional theater, film, and television credits. more...
James Lecesne, an acclaimed actor known for his Off-Broadway performances in shows such as "Motherhood Out Loud" and "Word of Mouth" (for which he won a Drama Desk Award), brought his extensive stage experience to Gore Vidal's "The Best Man." more...
Angelica Page, known for her Broadway performances in "Anna Christie" and "Side Man," as well as her national tour with "August: Osage County," brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of Gore Vidal's "The Best Man." more...
Fred Parker, who has an extensive regional theater background with performances in classics like "Our Town" and "Hamlet," was also seen on TV in "90210" and brought his diverse acting experience to Gore Vidal's "The Best Man." more...
John Stamos, known for his versatile career in television, film, and Broadway, was also part of the cast of Gore Vidal's "The Best Man," bringing his extensive acting experience to the political drama. more...
Awards and Nominations
2012 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play : Angela Lansbury was nominated but did not win.
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: James Earl Jones won.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Angela Lansbury was nominated but did not win.
2012 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: James Earl Jones was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Aimee B. Dombo Associate Scenic Designer
Derek McLane Scenic Designer
Kenneth Posner Lighting Designer
Ann Roth Costume Designer
Michael Wilson Director
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