Speed-The-Plow Revival 2008

Run Time:
90 minutes, with no intermission
Opened: October 23, 2008
Closing: February 22, 2009

Speed-The-Plow - 2008 - Broadway History , Info & More

William H. Macy, three-time Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza and television's hottest new star Elisabeth Moss star in Speed-The-Plow. One dirty rotten scoundrel joins two dirty rotten scoundrels in David Mamet's sizzling and sexy take on Hollywood deal making and deal breaking.



Directed by Neil Pepe, it’s a behind the scenes story of handshaking, dealbreaking, backstabbing and moviemaking as only Pulitzer Prize winner David Mamet can tell it.

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Review - High School Musical & Speed-the-Plow
by Kristin Salaky - November 17, 2008

Though last Sunday night was my first exposure to anything associated with the Disney triptych of made for television movies carrying the banner, High School Musical, it's my guess, judging from the enthusiastic reception the production received from an opening night audience loaded with young theatergoers, that fans of the series will not be disappointed. Paper Mill does their usual highly professional job, with a talented, energetic cast delivering Mark S. Hoebee's buoyant, quick-paced direction with gusto and singing attractively under music director Bruce W. Coyle. Denis Jones' choreography nicely fits the athletic and cheery requirements of the show's atmosphere and the design elements are sharply delivered via Kenneth Foy's kinetic set, Wade Laboissonniere's colorful, clique defining costumes and Tom Sturge's celebratory lights.

Photo Flash: William H. Macy in SPEED-THE-PLOW
by Robert Diamond - January 29, 2009

The producers of Speed-The-Plow have announced that Neil Pepe's acclaimed production of David Mamet's play has recouped its investment. Speed-The-Plow joins the list of the plays of the season that have emerged as 'hits' - All My Sons and The Seagull. The play recently was re-reviewed and with its stars William H. Macy, Raul Esparza and Elisabeth Moss, it received even more favorable notices...

SPEED-THE-PLOW Recoups
by Robert Diamond - January 29, 2009

The producers of Speed-The-Plow have announced that Neil Pepe?s acclaimed production of David Mamet?s play has recouped its investment. Speed-The-Plow joins the list of the plays of the season that have emerged as ?hits? ? All My Sons and The Seagull. The play recently was re-reviewed and with its stars William H. Macy, Raul Esparza and Elisabeth Moss, it received even more favorable notices:

Breaking News: Jeremy Piven Releases Statement in Response to Equity Grievance
by Robert Diamond - January 16, 2009

The following statement has just been released to the media by Jeremy Piven's publicist. Stay tuned to BroadwayWorld.com for future updates as they become available.

Piven 'Speeds' Like 'Mercury' to Bangkok
by Eddie Varley - December 27, 2008

PAGE SIX in The New York Post is reporting that former Speed-The-Plow star and 'mercury poisoning sufferer' Jeremy Piven hopped a flight from LAX to Bangkok in the last few days.

Norbert Leo Butz Joins SPEED-THE-PLOW Tonight 12/23
by Eddie Varley - December 23, 2008

Tony Award winner NORBERT LEO BUTZ will begin performances in the acclaimed production of DAVID MAMET's SPEED-THE-PLOW tomorrow night, Tuesday December 23 at 7 pm. BUTZ will be playing the role of Bobby Gould through Sunday, January 11, 2009.

Butz Steps In For SPEED-THE-PLOW, Piven Back In LA
by Eddie Varley - December 18, 2008

The New York Post is giving more details regarding Piven's exit from the show, and reveals that Norbert Leo Butz will step in to help the production for now. Variety reported last night that Jeremy Piven would abruptly end his run in Broadway's Speed-the-Plow, after missing Tuesday evening's performance and a Wednesday matinee.

Piven Exits SPEED-THE-PLOW, Mamet Comments on Illness
by Eddie Varley - December 17, 2008

Variety is reporting that Jeremy Piven will abruptly end his run in Broadway's 'Speed-the-Plow,' after missing Tuesday evening's performance and a Wednesday matinee. Sources revealed to Variety that Piven has informed the producers that he hasn't been feeling well and that the condition is attributable to a high mercury count.

Ailing Piven Out of SPEED-THE-PLOW, Return Unknown
by Eddie Varley - December 17, 2008

TMZ is reporting that current Speed-The-Plow star and three-time Emmy Award winner Jeremy Piven is ailing and may not be able to return to the show.

Esparza Sings at Saturday Matinee of Speed-the-Plow
by Robert Diamond - December 14, 2008

The New York Times reports that those in the audience for the Saturday, December 13 matinee of David Mamet's Speed-the-Plow got a little something extra when a technical problem stopped the show partway through the second scene.

BWW TV: Sneak Peek at Opening Night of Speed The Plow
by Craig Brockman - October 26, 2008

The 20th Anniversary revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow opened on October 23rd at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE (located at 243 West 47th St.) after beginning previews on Friday, October 3, 2008. BroadwayWorld and Broadway Beat were there for all the excitement!

Photo Coverage: SPEED-THE-PLOW Red Carpet Arrivals
by Walter McBride - October 24, 2008

The 20th Anniversary revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow opened last night, October 23rd at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE (located at 243 West 47th St.) after beginning previews on Friday, October 3, 2008. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the red carpet arrivals as the stars entered the theater.

Photo Coverage: SPEED-THE-PLOW Opening Night Curtain Call and After Party
by Walter McBride - October 24, 2008

The 20th Anniversary revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow opened last night, October 23rd at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE after beginning previews on Friday, October 3, 2008.

Speed-The-Plow Opens Tonight at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2008

The 20th Anniversary revival of DAVID MAMET's Speed-The-Plow is proud to announce it will now begin previews at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE (located at 243 West 47th St.) on Friday, October 3, 2008 with a new official opening set for Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 at 7pm.

Mamet's 'Speed-The-Plow' Begins Preview Performances Tonight, 10/3
by Eddie Varley - October 3, 2008

The 20th Anniversary revival of DAVID MAMET's Speed-The-Plow begins preview performances tonight, Friday, October 3, 2008 with an official opening set for Sunday, October 26, 2008 at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street).

Photo Coverage: 'Speed-The-Plow' Meet and Greet
by Walter McBride - September 10, 2008

BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were on hand as the cast and creative team of the 20th Anniversary revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow held their 'Meet & Greet'. The show, directed by Neil Pepe, begins previews on October 3rd, 2008 and stars Jeremy Piven, Raul Esparza and Elisabeth Moss.

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Speed-The-Plow has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 1988, Broadway which opened in 2008 and West End which opened in 2014.

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