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Meteor Shower 2017

Run Time:
One hour and 30 minutes
Opened: November 29, 2017
Closing: January 21, 2018

Meteor Shower - 2017 Broadway History , Info & More

Booth Theatre (Broadway)
222 West 45th St. New York, NY

Get ready for the unexpected when Norm and his wife Corky invite another couple to their Ojai backyard to watch a meteor shower in the night sky. As the stars come out and the conversation gets rolling, cocktails flow, tempers flare, and sparks fly-literally. Steve Martin's surprising new comedy takes an offbeat and absurdist look at the comic anxiety lurking just beneath the surface of modern marriage.


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'Meteor Shower': Theater Review
7 / 10

No doubt Martin had in mind a cutting commentary on the obstacles faced in keeping a modern marriage together, and the vital importance for a couple of presenting a united front, even against the enemy within. But Meteor Shower is too busy setting up jokes to create the kind of fleshed out characters and relationships necessary to give the comedy real teeth, or to make us fear for the union under siege. Martin's structural gimmick involving time, and a Fight Club-style twist hinted at in Corky's earlier warning, seem more like improv-comedy fodder than grist for a full-length play.

Theater Review: Does Amy Schumer Shine in Meteor Shower?
7 / 10

Meteor Shower may not be groundbreaking (few meteors are), but comedy doesn't have to be revelatory to work. And Martin's particular brand of humor is loopy enough to keep us interested. He's also a master of the dad joke: The extended setup that builds to a wince-inducing punch line. (Re: Norm's dick: 'It's been photographed by Mapplethorpe.' 'How did he hear about it?' 'Word of mouth.') Yeah, yeah, groans all around - but you can't help giggling, too. And you could do far worse than spend 80 minutes chuckling and groaning in the company of this game foursome of actors (there's far worse out there right now). So grab a pre-wine or three and settle in for some puns and some Perseids on this lightest of all dark nights of the soul.

Flu Strikes METEOR SHOWER on Broadway; Sunday Matinee Cancelled
by Robert Diamond - January 7, 2018


The unusually frigid winter now hitting New York City has made its way to Broadway, as stars of Steve Martin's new comedy Meteor Shower have been struck by winter weather illnesses, resulting in the cancellation of this afternoon's performance.

BWW Interview: Jeremy Shamos Shines Bright in METEOR SHOWER
by Naomi Serviss - January 2, 2018


A normal, if a little repressed, Californian couple experience out-of-this-world changes in this Steve Martin comedy.

Theater Talk: Amy Schumer Chats METEOR SHOWER, Her Own Theatre Company and More
by Theater Talk - December 29, 2017


Amy Schumer, currently starring in METEOR SHOWER on Broadway, stopped by Theater Talk to chat about her exciting new adventure on stage. Check out the interview below!

Broadway By Design: Beowulf Boritt and Natasha Katz Bring METEOR SHOWER from Page to Stage
by Nicole Rosky - December 26, 2017


In Broadway by Design, BroadwayWorld is shining a spotlight on the stellar designs of this Broadway season, show by show. Today, we continue the series with Beowulf Boritt and Natasha Katz, who acted as scenic and lighting designers for Broadway's absurd new comedy, Meteor Shower.

METEOR SHOWER's Amy Schumer to Stop By Next Week's THEATER TALK
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017


Two actors with larger-than-life personas - comedian Amy Schumer, now on Broadway in Steve Martin's new hit play Meteor Shower at the Booth Theatre, and avant-garde theater legend Agosto Machado - are subjects of an all-new THEATER TALK.

TV: METEOR SHOWER Company Celebrates an Out of This World Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - November 30, 2017


Broadway shined brighter last night with the arrival of Meteor Shower, which officially opened at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th St.). Meteor Showerstars Emmy Award winners Amy Schumer and Keegan-Michael Key, both in their Broadway debut, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos, and is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks.

Photo Coverage: METEOR SHOWER Shines Bright on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - November 30, 2017


Broadway shined brighter last night with the arrival of Meteor Shower, which officially opened at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th St.). Meteor Showerstars Emmy Award winners Amy Schumer and Keegan-Michael Key, both in their Broadway debut, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos, and is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks.

BWW Review: Steve Martin's Hilarious METEOR SHOWER is Undiluted Surrealist Vaudeville
by Michael Dale - November 30, 2017


They say communication is the key to a successful relationship. They also say there's such a thing as overdoing it.

Photo Coverage: On the Star-Studded Red Carpet for METEOR SHOWER!
by Jennifer Broski - November 30, 2017


Broadway shined brighter last night with the arrival of Meteor Shower, which officially opened at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th St.). Meteor Shower stars Emmy Award winners Amy Schumer and Keegan-Michael Key, both in their Broadway debut, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos, and is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks.

Review Roundup: The Critics Weigh In on METEOR SHOWER on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - November 29, 2017


Tonight's the night! Meteor Shower officially opens tonight, Wednesday, November 29 at the Booth Theatre.

Blink and You'll Miss It! Meet the Full Company of METEOR SHOWER on Broadway- Opens Tonight
by Meet the Cast - November 29, 2017


Tonight's the night! Meteor Shower officially opens tonight, Wednesday, November 29 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th St.). Meteor Shower stars Emmy Award winners Amy Schumer and Keegan-Michael Key, both in their Broadway debut, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos, and is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks.

Photo Flash: First Look at Amy Schumer, Laura Benanti & More in METEOR SHOWER!
by Nicole Rosky - November 28, 2017


Meteor Shower opens tomorrow night, Wednesday, November 29 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th St.). Meteor Shower stars Emmy Award winners Amy Schumer and Keegan-Michael Key, both in their Broadway debut, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos, and is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks.

Congrats: METEOR SHOWER's Keegan-Michael Key Pops the Question!
by Caryn Robbins - November 15, 2017


Keegan-Michael Key, who makes his Broadway debut in Steve Martin's METEOR SHOWER, took to Twitter today to share the news that he and director and producer Elisa Pugliese are engaged!

METEOR SHOWER'S Amy Schumer Shares a Theatrical Memory
by A.A. Cristi - November 2, 2017


Before tonight's preview of Steve Martin's new comedy, Meteor Shower, one of the show's stars, Amy Schumer, posted a quick theatrical memory of her first appearance in The Sound of Music at age 5. Check out the video below.

METEOR SHOWER Breaks House Record for Largest Advance Sales; Previews Begin Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 1, 2017


Before the curtain rises on its first preview, producers Joey Parnes, Sue Wagner, and John Johnson announced today that Steve Martin's new comedy Meteor Shower has broken the Booth Theatre's record for the largest advance sales in its 104-year history.

METEOR SHOWER To Offer Rush Tickets For Each Performance
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2017


Producers Joey Parnes, Sue Wagner, and John Johnson today announced a special rush ticket policy for Steve Martin's new comedy Meteor Shower. Beginning with the first preview performance this Wednesday, November 1, a limited number of $40 box seat tickets will be available each day when the Booth Theatre box office (222 West 45th Street) opens.

Amy Schumer Shares a Bonding Moment with Jerry Zaks
by Julie Musbach - October 29, 2017


Jerry Zaks has had a great year and Amy Schumer is here to point that out. Watch as the pair chats their way through Shubert Alley!

VIDEO: METEOR SHOWER's Amy Schumer Talks Upcoming Broadway Debut on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
by Caryn Robbins - October 17, 2017


Amy Schumer, who will make her Broadway debut in Steve Martin's new play Meteor Shower next month, stopped by JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE on ABC to discuss the show.

DVR Alert - METEOR SHOWER's Amy Schumer Visits Tonight's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
by Caryn Robbins - October 16, 2017


BWW has learned that Amy Schumer, who will make her Broadway debut in Steve Martin's METEOR SHOWER next month, will stop by tonight's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE on ABC to discuss the show.

Jeremy Shamos Steps in After Alan Tudyk Departs Broadway's METEOR SHOWER Due to 'Creative Differences'
by BWW News Desk - October 9, 2017


Producers Joey Parnes, Sue Wagner, and John Johnson announced today that Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos will succeed Alan Tudyk in Steve Martin's new comedy Meteor Shower. Mr. Tudyk departs the production due to creative differences.

VIDEO: Steve Martin Talks Broadway's METEOR SHOWER; Performs New Song on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - September 29, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, legendary comedian and banjo player Steve Martin discussed his new Broadway play METEOR SHOWER.

Meteor Shower History

Other Productions of Meteor Shower

2016   San Diego, CA (Regional) The Old Globe World Premiere Production
San Diego, CA (Regional)
2017   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway

Meteor Shower - 2017 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2018 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Laura Benanti
2018 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Amy Schumer
2018 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play Steve Martin
2018 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Amy Schumer

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