Gore Vidal's The Best Man Revival 2000

Ages: 12+
Opened: September 17, 2000
Closing: December 31, 2000

Gore Vidal's The Best Man - 2000 - Broadway History , Info & More

Virginia Theatre
245 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019

A play about power, ambition, political secrets, ruthlessness and the race for the presidency, Vidal's The Best Man is set at the national convention where two candidates are vying for their party's nomination during the primary season. It's an inside look at the dirt-digging, double-dealing, triple-crossing chicanery of presidential electioneering. Filled with Vidal's trademark verbal fire, this darkly satirical drama resonates today as an exploration of how political and personal agendas can change the destiny of a nation.

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Gore Vidal's The Best Man FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Gore Vidal's The Best Man have there been?
Gore Vidal's The Best Man has had 5 productions including Broadway which opened in 1960, Broadway which opened in 2000, Broadway which opened in 2000, Broadway which opened in 2012 and West End which opened in 2018.
What Tony Awards has Gore Vidal's The Best Man been nominated for?
Best Revival of a Play for Jeffrey Richards, Best Revival of a Play for Michael B. Rothfeld, Best Revival of a Play for Raymond J. GreenwaldBest Revival of a Play for Jerry Frankel and Best Revival of a Play for Darren Bagert.
What awards has Gore Vidal's The Best Man been nominated for?
Gore Vidal's The Best Man has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Revival of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. The production also received nominations for Performance at the Theatre World Awards, specifically for Chris Noth. Additionally, The Best Man was nominated for Outstanding Revival - Play at the Drama Desk Awards.
What awards has Gore Vidal's The Best Man won?
Gore Vidal's The Best Man has won several awards, including Outstanding Revival of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Chris Noth received a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for his role in the show. The Best Man also won the Outstanding Revival - Play category at the Drama Desk Awards. These accolades highlight the success and recognition that the production has received in the Broadway community.

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