An Act of God 2016

Run Time:
One hour and 30 minutes with no intermission
Opened: June 6, 2016
Closing: September 04, 2016

An Act of God - 2016 - Broadway History , Info & More

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

Broadway has been struck by AN ACT OF GOD! Don't miss your chance to see Broadway's #1 Comedy and The New York Times Critics' Pick! Emmy Award winner Sean Hayes ("Will & Grace," Promises, Promises) stars in this sinfully funny and critically acclaimed new play where the Almighty and His devoted Angels answer some of the deepest questions that have plagued mankind since Creation. He's finally returned to set the record straight… and He's not holding back!



The New York Times calls it "The Funniest 90 minutes on Broadway! Comedy Heaven!" and the Los Angeles Times proclaims, "Sean Hayes is the funniest guy in Heaven (and Earth)."



Written by 13-time Emmy Award winner David Javerbaum (The Daily Show), this hilarious comedy is directed by two-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Wicked). Strictly Limited Engagement. Now in its final weeks! On Broadway through Labor Day only.

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BWW Flashback: AN ACT OF GOD, THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, and LES MISERABLES Take Their Final Bows
by Marissa Sblendorio - September 4, 2016


This weekend, we sadly say goodbye to three groundbreaking productions as they take their final bows: AN ACT OF GOD, THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME and LES MISERABLES. 

VIDEO: Sean Hayes Counts Down The Final Days of AN ACT OF GOD's Second Coming
by Michael Dale - August 31, 2016


The second coming of David Javerbaum's hit comedy, AN ACT OF GOD, which first came to Broadway in May of 2015 with Jim Parsons in the title role, will be ending its blessed 14-week limited engagement at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street) on Sunday, September 4th, and its Tony nominated and Emmy winning star Sean Hayes is counting down the remaining performances.

AN ACT OF GOD Starring Sean Hayes Heads to the Hereafter Next Weekend
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016


A heavenly reminder! The hit Broadway comedy An Act of God, starring Tony nominee and Emmy winner Sean Hayes, will conclude its 14-week strictly limited engagement on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street).

VIDEO: AN ACT OF GOD's Sean Hayes and David Josefsberg Get Catty With 'Memory'
by Michael Dale - August 1, 2016


A deliciously silly video celebrating the return of an Andrew Lloyd Webber favorite.

VIDEO: AN ACT OF GOD's Sean Hayes Is The Wind Beneath David Josefsberg's Wings
by Michael Dale - July 22, 2016


Broadway's newest heavenly father and his trusty angel indulge in a Bette Midler standard.

VIDEO: AN ACT OF GOD's Sean Hayes Talks AVENUE Q Film, Oscar Levant Play With Seth Rudetsky
by Michael Dale - June 30, 2016


The character he plays at the Booth Theatre created the universe in less than a week, but Sean Hayes is required to take things at a more human pace.

Sean Hayes & Megan Hilty Reunite During AN ACT OF GOD Performance
by Caryn Robbins - June 27, 2016


Former SMASH and SEAN SAVES THE WORLD co-stars Sean Hayes and Megan Hilty reunited during a recent performance of Broadway's hit comedy, AN ACT OF GOD.

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of AN ACT OF GOD!
by Walter McBride - June 7, 2016


BroadwayWorld was on hand for opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals below!

Photo Coverage: AN ACT OF GOD Celebrates a Heavenly Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - June 7, 2016


BroadwayWorld was on hand for opening night and you can check out photos from the post show festivities below!

TV: Praise Be! Sean Hayes Returns to Broadway in AN ACT OF GOD
by TV - Opening Night Special - June 7, 2016


Tony nominee and Emmy winner Sean Hayes returns to Broadway as God himself in a limited 14-week engagement of the hit comedy An Act of God at the Booth Theatre, beginning tonight, May 28, 2016. David Javerbaum's comedy returns to New York after launching the 2015-2016 Broadway season in a sold-out, critically acclaimed run and a second Godly successful run starring Sean Hayes in Los Angeles.

Photo Coverage: God (Sean Hayes) and His Angels Take Opening Night Bows in AN ACT OF GOD!
by Walter McBride - June 7, 2016


BroadwayWorld was on hand for opening night and you can check out photos from the curtain call below!

Review Roundup: AN ACT OF GOD Is Back on Broadway- All the Reviews!
by Nicole Rosky - June 6, 2016


Let's see what the critics had to say...

BWW Review: There's a New Almighty In Town! Sean Hayes in AN ACT OF GOD
by Michael Dale - June 6, 2016


David Javerbaum's nightclubby comedy returns to Broadway for another summer engagement.

VIDEO: Sean Hayes' Livestream Chat With Fans Before First Preview of AN ACT OF GOD
by Michael Dale - May 31, 2016


David Javerbaum's hit comedy from last summer has been revised for a new star and a new year.

AN ACT OF GOD with Sean Hayes Begins Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - May 28, 2016


Tony nominee and Emmy winner Sean Hayes returns to Broadway as God himself in a limited 14-week engagement of the hit comedy An Act of God at the Booth Theatre, beginning tonight, May 28, 2016. David Javerbaum's comedy returns to New York after launching the 2015-2016 Broadway season in a sold-out, critically acclaimed run and a second Godly successful run starring Sean Hayes in Los Angeles.

VIDEO: Sean Hayes Reveals What It's Like Playing The Lord in AN ACT OF GOD
by Caryn Robbins - May 25, 2016


On this morning's TODAY, Sean Hayes stopped by to talk about the Broadway comedy AN ACT OF GOD, where he plays himself inhabited by God.

VIDEO: Sean Hayes Explains Why AN ACT OF GOD is #1: 'Hamilton Schmalmiton!'
by Caryn Robbins - May 25, 2016


Sean Hayes stopped by last night's LATE SHOW to talk about starring in the new comedy AN ACT OF GOD and explained why it's currently the best show to see on Broadway.

DVR Alert: AN ACT OF GOD's Sean Hayes Stops by NBC's TODAY This Morning
by Tyler Peterson - May 25, 2016


Today, Wednesday, May 25, An Act of God's Sean Hayes stops by NBC's TODAY SHOW to talk about the Broadway comedy, beginning a limited 14-week engagement at the Booth Theatre this Saturday, May 28.

Up on the Marquee: AN ACT OF GOD Returns!
by Walter McBride - May 2, 2016


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Tony® nominee and Emmy® winnerSean Hayes will play God in a limited 14-week engagement of the hit Broadway comedy An Act of God at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street) beginning May 28, 2016. David Javerbaum's comedy returns to New York after launching the 2015-2016 Broadway season in a sold-out, critically acclaimed run and a second Godly successful run starring Sean Hayes in Los Angeles.

TV: Halo at the Ready- Sean Hayes Preps for a Heavenly Broadway Return in AN ACT OF GOD!
by Nicole Rosky - April 21, 2016


Hayes has just arrived in New York and BroadwayWorld chatted with him today about his big return to Broadway. Check out what he had to say below!

An Act of God FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of An Act of God have there been?
An Act of God has had 4 productions including US Tour which opened in 2015, Broadway which opened in 2015, Broadway which opened in 2016 and Regional (US) which opened in 2017.

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