Howard W. Overshown

THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Will Return to the West End in September

The National Theatre's critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy will return to London’s West End following highly acclaimed international performances. 

Video: Cast Members Talk THE LEHMAN TRILOGY on KPIX CBS News Bay Area

Aaron Krohn, Howard W. Overshown, and John Heffernan stopped by CBS to discuss The Lehman Trilogy, running at A.C.T. through June 23rd. Watch the interview here!

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at American Conservatory Theatre

A fresh off the boat Jewish immigrant from Bavaria stands in awe of the musical box that in New York City in 1884. All he can repeat is Baruch Hashem (Blessed be God) and is amused when an immigration officer changes his name so easily from Chaim to Henry. This man is Henry Lehman who, along with his two brothers will create a financial firm that figured prominently in American history prior to its spectacular collapse triggering the largest financial crisis in history.

Photos: First Look At THE LEHMAN TRILOGY At American Conservatory Theater

See brand-new production photos from the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production, The Lehman Trilogy, performing at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theater now through Sunday, June 23, 2024.

American Conservatory Theater to Close Out 23/24 Season with THE LEHMAN TRILOGY

American Conservatory Theater will close its 2023/24 season with the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award winning production, The Lehman Trilogy. Learn how to purchase tickets.

REVIEW: Guest Reviewer Kym Vaitiekus Shares His Thoughts On THE LEHMAN TRILOGY

The National Theatre and Neal Street Productions bring THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to The Theatre Royal, following successful runs in London and New York. Written by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power, and directed by multi-award-winning director Sam Mendes with five Tony Award wins, including Best Play, 2022.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsal for THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Australian Premiere

Rehearsals for the critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy have started in London ahead of the production receiving its Australian premiere at the Theatre Royal Sydney from 21 February 2024.  See photos featuring the cast in rehearsals for this new production, produced by the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’, in association with Trafalgar Entertainment.

Cast Set for THE LEHMAN TRILOGY At American Conservatory Theater

The cast has been set for 'The Lehman Trilogy' at American Conservatory Theater. Get the latest news on the upcoming production and find out who will be starring in this highly anticipated show.

Cast Announced For The Australian Premiere Of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY

The producers, the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions, in association with Trafalgar  Entertainment, announced today that Aaron Krohn, Howard W. Overshown and Adrian Schiller will play the Lehman brothers, and a cast of characters including their sons and grandsons, when the  critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award winning production of The Lehman Trilogy premieres at the  Theatre Royal Sydney from 21 February 2024.  

Review: A SOLDIER'S PLAY at AMANSON THEATRE

The production values and cast of the Ahmanson Theatre's, A SOLDIER'S PLAY, are absolutely stellar. But, I had to wonder, is this story 'enough' for the younger African-American audiences of today?

Video: A SOLDIER'S PLAY Arrives in LA

The Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning A Soldier's Play has arrived in LA! In this video, watch as the company walks the red carpet on opening night.

Center Theatre Group Reveals Community Events For A SOLDIER'S PLAY

To celebrate the vibrancy and diversity of Los Angeles, nurture lifelong learning and human connection, and connect audiences with artists that are working at the highest levels of their own experience and craft, Center Theatre Group will host a variety of events tied to the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play.

A SOLDIER'S PLAY National Tour is Coming to the Ahmanson Theatre in May

The North American tour of “A Soldier’s Play” will make its Los Angeles premiere at Center Theatre Group / Ahmanson Theatre May 23 through June 25, 2023.

BWW Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Ahmanson Theatre

Three men stand on a stage for over three hours, trekking through 150 years of history in The Lehman Trilogy and it's the most invigorating evening imaginable. Directed by Sam Mendes and written by Stefano Massini—and adapted by National Theatre dramaturg Ben Power -- the play is a remarkable journey of three immigrant brothers from Bavaria, who travel to America to start a small business that evolves into the money-making machine known as Lehman Bros.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre

The Los Angeles engagement of 'The Lehman Trilogy' opened Sunday, March 6 at 7 p.m. at Center Theatre Group / Ahmanson Theatre. 'The Lehman Trilogy,' comes to Los Angeles direct from a run on Broadway and follows runs at London's National Theatre, the Park Avenue Armory, and in London's West End. This epic portrayal will play through April 6, 2022.

THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Opened This Weekend at The Ahmanson

Written by Stefano Massini, adapted by Olivier Award-nominated Ben Power and directed by multiple Olivier Award, Academy Award and Tony Award winner Sam Mendes, “The Lehman Trilogy,” comes to Los Angeles direct from a celebrated run on Broadway and follows sold-out runs at London's National Theatre, the Park Avenue Armory, and in London's West End.

BWW Interview: Composer/Sound Designer Nick Powell Making Integral Music For THE LEHMAN TRILOGY

The critically acclaimed The Lehman Trilogy opens March 6, 2022, at the Ahmanson after its successful runs on Broadway and the West End. Multi-award-winning Sam Mendes directs Simon Russell Beale and Adam Godley reprising their Broadway roles, with Howard W. Overshown who understudied in the Broadway production. Playwright Ben Power has adapted Stefano Massini’s original script on the deep-dive history of the Lehman Brothers investment banking company. I had the opportunity to speak with The Lehman Trilogy’s composer/sound designer Nick Powell just before going into dress rehearsal.

The National Theatre Announces New Productions For All Three South Bank Stages This Summer

The National Theatre today announces new productions for all three South Bank stages this summer: Jack Absolute Flies Again in the Olivier theatre, Much Ado About Nothing in the Lyttelton theatre and All of Us in the Dorfman theatre with tickets on sale to the public from Thursday 10 March.  

Wake Up With BWW 12/16: HAMILTON, CURSED CHILD Performances Cancelled, and More

Today's top stories include more cancelled performances, including Hamilton, Cursed Child, and 12 total London productions. In happier news, Lin-Manuel Miranda is launching a new TeeRico collection of Moondance Diner wear, with a portions of sales going to charity. Plus, get a first look at the pre-Broadway run of Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company's A Strange Loop.

Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley & Howard W. Overshown to Star in THE LEHMAN TRILOGY in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles run of The Lehman Trilogy will star original London and Broadway cast members Simon Russell Beale and Adam Godley, reprising their celebrated turns as Henry Lehman and Mayer Lehman, respectively. They will be joined by Broadway company member Howard W. Overshown, who will take over the role of Emanuel Lehman.