Tony Award & Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Robert Schenkkan will return to Broadway with the second of his two exhilarating dramas celebrating Lyndon B. Johnson's legacy: THE GREAT SOCIETY.
Capturing Johnson's passionate and aggressive attempts to build a great society for all, THE GREAT SOCIETY follows his epic triumph in a landslide election to the agonizing decision not to run for re-election just three years later. It was an era that would define history forever: the rise of the Civil Rights Movement, the deaths of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy, the destruction of Vietnam, and the creation of some of the greatest social programs America has ever known-and one man was at the center of it all: LBJ.
Gordon Clapp, known for his Emmy-winning role as Detective Greg Medavoy on "NYPD Blue," brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of "The Great Society," having previously earned a Tony® nomination for his performance in "Glengarry Glen Ross" on Broadway. more...
Grantham Coleman, who portrayed Martin Luther King Jr. in *The Great Society*, has an impressive theatrical resume, including his recent performance as Macduff in *Macbeth* on Broadway and his role in the Los Angeles Disney Hall production of *The Tempest*. more...
Brian Cox, a classically trained Shakespearean actor and recipient of numerous accolades including two Laurence Olivier Awards and a Golden Globe, brought his extensive stage and screen experience to his role in "The Great Society," adding depth and gravitas to the historical drama. more...
Marchánt Davis, who holds an MFA from NYU’s Tisch Graduate Acting Program, was part of the cast of The Great Society on Broadway, directed by Bill Rauch. more...
Brian Dykstra, who previously took on the role of Claudius in "Hamlet" and appeared in HBO's "Def Poetry," was part of the cast of "The Great Society." more...
David Garrison, a versatile actor known for his extensive work in both television and theatre, brought his talents to Broadway in numerous productions, including his role in "The Great Society." more...
Marc Kudisch, who starred in "The Great Society" on Broadway, has an extensive theater background, including Tony and Drama Desk-nominated performances in shows like "9 to 5" and "Thoroughly Modern Millie." more...
Angela Pierce, who has graced both Broadway and Off-Broadway stages, including the American Airlines Theatre and Studio 54, brought her extensive talent to the cast of "The Great Society," showcasing her diverse experience from prestigious venues and productions. more...
Bryce Pinkham, widely recognized for his Tony-nominated role as Monty Navarro in *A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder*, also brought his talent to the stage in *The Great Society*, adding to his impressive list of Broadway credits. more...
Matthew Rauch, known for his extensive work on Broadway in productions such as *The Merchant of Venice* and *Prelude to a Kiss*, brought his seasoned talent to *The Great Society*, drawing from a rich history of performances both on stage and screen. more...
Richard Thomas, known for his iconic role as John-Boy Walton in the TV series *The Waltons*, brought his extensive stage and screen experience to the cast of *The Great Society*, showcasing his enduring talent in a production that delved into the historical complexities of Lyndon B. Johnson's presidency. more...
Frank Wood, celebrated for his Tony Award-winning performance in Side Man, brought his profound emotional depth to the role of Richard J. Daley in The Great Society, adding to his impressive array of Broadway credits that also include Network and August: Osage County. more...
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