VIDEO: OF MICE AND MEN Stars Chat Broadway Debut on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - March 17, 2014
Hollywood stars Leighton Meester, James Franco and Chris O'Dowd stopped by this morning's TODAY show on NBC to chat about making their Broadway debut in 'Of Mice And Men,' which they say often gets emotional!
BWW TV: Early Look at Broadway's New OF MICE AND MEN, Starring James Franco
by Courtnie Mele - March 11, 2014
John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men is coming to Broadway's Longacre Theatre. Previews begin March 19 and it officially opens April 16 for a limited run. Of Mice and Men will be directed by Anna D. Shapiro and will star Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meesterand, and Tony Award winner Jim Norton. BroadwayWord caught up with the cast- look below to hear what everyone has to say!
Photo Coverage: James Franco, Chris O'Dowd and OF MICE AND MEN Company Meet the Press!
by Walter McBride - March 10, 2014
Anna D. Shapiro's new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men will begin performances at the Longacre Theatre on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Of Mice and Men officially opens Wednesday, April 16, 2014 in a strictly limited engagement through July 27, 2014. Of Mice and Men will star Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton. The cast just met the press and you can check out full photo coverage from the special event below!
Photo Coverage: OF MICE AND MEN's James Franco and Chris O'Dowd Stop by 'TimesTalks'
by Walter McBride - March 8, 2014
Anna D. Shapiro's new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men will begin performances at the Longacre Theatre on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Of Mice and Men officially opens Wednesday, April 16, 2014 in a strictly limited engagement through July 27, 2014. Of Mice and Men will star Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton. Stars Franco and O'Dowd stopped by The New York Times' 'TimesTalks' segment to discuss Of Mice and Men with reporter Melena Ryzik. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you photos from the event below!
FREEZE FRAME: OF MICE AND MEN Company Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride - March 6, 2014
Anna D. Shapiro's new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men will begin performances at the Longacre Theatre on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Of Mice and Men officially opens Wednesday, April 16, 2014 in a strictly limited engagement through July 27, 2014. Of Mice and Men will star Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton, and will feature Ron Cephas Jones (The Motherf**ker with the Hat), Alex Morf ('The Good Wife'),Joel Marsh Garland ('Orange Is The New Black'), James McMenamin ('The Good Wife'), Jim Ortlieb (Guys and Dolls) and Jim Parrack ('True Blood').
THe cast met the press earlier today and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special event. Check out a photo preview below and check back later for complete coverage!
Rehearsals for OF MICE AND MEN Broadway Revival Now Underway in Chicago
by Tyler Peterson - February 14, 2014
The cast of Anna D. Shapiro's new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men is currently rehearsing in Chicago through the end of February. Starring James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Jim Norton, Of Mice and Men begins previews at Broadway's Longacre Theatre on Wednesday, March 19, and opens Wednesday, April 16.
BWW TV: Watch Just-Released OF MICE AND MEN Commercial!
by Nicole Rosky - February 14, 2014
Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro's new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men will star Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton, and will feature Ron Cephas Jones (The Motherf**ker with the Hat), Alex Morf ('The Good Wife'), Joel Marsh Garland ('Orange Is The New Black'), James McMenamin ('The Good Wife'), Jim Ortlieb(Guys and Dolls) and Jim Parrack ('True Blood'). BroadwayWorld brings you a just-released commercial for the show below!
Joel Marsh Garland, James McMenamin, Jim Parrack & More Join OF MICE AND MEN; Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - February 10, 2014
Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro's new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men will star Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton, and will feature Ron Cephas Jones (The Motherf**ker with the Hat), Alex Morf ("The Good Wife"), Joel Marsh Garland ("Orange Is The New Black"), James McMenamin ("The Good Wife"), Jim Ortlieb (Guys and Dolls) and Jim Parrack ("True Blood").
Up on the Marquee: OF MICE AND MEN
by Walter McBride - February 8, 2014
Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton star in the upcoming Broadway revival production OF MICE AND MEN, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro. Performances begin March 19, 2014 and officially opens April 16, 2014 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street, NYC). This is a strictly limited engagement through July 27, 2014. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the marquee at the Longacre!
TRUE BLOOD's Jim Parrack Joins OF MICE AND MEN Broadway Revival
by Tyler Peterson - February 6, 2014
According to The Hollywood Reporter, TRUE BLOOD's Jim Parrack is the latest to join the all-star cast, including Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton. Parrack will take on the role of 'Slim' in the revival, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro.
OF MICE AND MEN Tickets Go On Sale to the Public Tomorrow, 1/26
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2014
Tickets for Of Mice and Men starring Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton go on-sale to the general public tomorrow, Sunday, January 26, 2014, through Telecharge.com (212-239-6200). Full cast and design team will be announced shortly for this new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro.
OF MICE AND MEN Tickets Now Available for Audience Rewards Members; On Sale for General Public on 1/26
by Nicole Rosky - January 24, 2014
Of Mice and Men tickets will be available to members of Audience Rewards beginning Thursday, January 23, 2014, by visiting AudienceRewards.com. Tickets for Of Mice and Men starring Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, Leighton Meester and Tony Award winner Jim Norton go on-sale to the general public January 26, 2014. Full cast and design team will be announced shortly for this new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro.
AmEx Pre-Sale Opens Today for OF MICE AND MEN on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2014
Of Mice and Men, one of the greatest and most enduring American classics, has not been seen on Broadway in 40 years. Performances begin March 19, 2014 and officially opens April 16, 2014 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street, NYC). American Express Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning today, January 11, 2014 through January 22, 2014.
Photo Flash: First Look at James Franco & Chris O'Dowd in OF MICE AND MEN Poster!
by Nicole Rosky - January 7, 2014
Of Mice and Men, one of the greatest and most enduring American classics, has not been seen on Broadway in 40 years. Performances begin March 19, 2014 and officially opens April 16, 2014 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street, NYC). Tickets go on sale beginning January 11, 2014. This is a strictly limited engagement through July 27, 2014. Entertainment Weekly has just revealed the poster art for the new show, and you can check it out below!
Leighton Meester To Play Curley's Wife In OF MICE AND MEN On Broadway
by Pat Cerasaro - December 9, 2013
Producer David Binder announces Leighton Meester ('Gossip Girl', Country Strong) will join Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner James Franco and Chris O'Dowd in Of Mice and Men, a new production directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro.
James Franco Confirms Chris O'Dowd to Costar in OF MICE AND MEN on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - October 22, 2013
As BroadwayWorld reported last week, John Steinbeck's OF MICE AND MEN will be heading to Broadway beginning (tentatively) Saturday, March 22, 2014, with an opening night slated for Thursday, April 17, 2014. The show is set to run through Sunday, July 27, 2014. The play will be directed by Anna D. Shapiro. James Franco has just confirmed in an interview with US Weekly that he will lead the production as 'George', and Chris O'Dowd (Bridesmaids, Girls) will costar as 'Lennie.' Additional casting has not yet been announced.
Chris O'Dowd to Star Opposite James Franco in OF MICE AND MEN Revival?
by Nicole Rosky - October 17, 2013
Now according to the New York Times, the production will be led by James Franco as 'George', who has been long rumored to be involved with the revival. Though no one has signed on to play 'Lennie', Chris O'Dowd (Bridesmaids, Girls) is in talks to make his Broadway debut in the role. Additional casting has not yet been announced.