The Best Man 2018 - Articles Page 7

Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes
Ages: 12+
Opened: February 24, 2018
Closing: May 26, 2018

The Best Man - 2018 - West End History , Info & More

Playhouse Theatre
Northumberland Ave, Charing Cross, London WC2N 5DE, United Kingdom London

Two opposing presidential party candidates are neck and neck in an unscrupulous battle for the nomination. The only thing that separates the ex-Secretary of State and his populist opponent is an endorsement from a respected ex-President. But where does compromise end and corruption begin? And who in the end will be proved to be ‘the best man’?

One of the UK’s best loved actors, Martin Shaw leads a star-studded cast. Best known for his TV roles in Judge John Deed, Inspector George Gently and The Professionals, he returns to the stage after his West End triumphs which include An Ideal Husband, Twelve Angry Men, Are You Lonesome Tonight? and A Man for All Seasons. Jeff Fahey, American movie star whose films include The Lawnmower Man and TV series Lost co-stars alongside one of Britain’s finest and best loved film, TV and theatre actresses Maureen Lipman (CBE). Best known on the big screen for roles such as Trish in Educating Rita and in the Oscar-winning film The Pianist. A prolific stage actress, Lipman is an Olivier Award winner (See How They Run) and has appeared in some 20 West End productions.

Joining them is Jack Shepherd, whose extensive career includes his celebrated roles in Wycliffe and Bill Brand; Honeysuckle Weeks who starred alongside Michael Kitchen as Samantha Stewart in Foyle’s War and Glynis Barber, best known for Dempsey and Makepeace, Night and Day and EastEnders

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Bernadette Peters Joins 2nd Sailing of The Broadway Cruise
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2024


Theatre legend and multi-Tony Award Winner Bernadette Peters (Old Friends, Annie Get Your Gun, “The Good Fight”) has joined the previously announced stars of the theatre and creative luminaries for an unforgettable vacation where tropical weather and calm seas await on the 2nd annual Broadway Cruise.

Arizona Theatre Company to Present National Theatre Live's HAMLET Starring Benedict Cumberbatch
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2023


Experience the best of British theatre in Tucson! Arizona Theatre Company presents National Theatre Live screenings at the Temple of Music and Art. Don't miss acclaimed productions like Hamlet, Fleabag, Good, and 42nd Street.

What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023


Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'

Gabrielle Beckford to Present NEW BEGINNINGS at Chelsea Table + Stage in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2023


Chelsea Table + Stage will present the debut of Gabrielle Beckford, who introduced the role of Rapunzel in the original Broadway cast of Once Upon a One More Time, on Monday, February 5 at 7:00 PM.

Kristin Chenoweth to Perform One-Night-Only Special Benefit Concert Celebrating Todd Haimes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company will present Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Melissa Errico Will Release New Solo Album, Sondheim In The City
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2023


Concord Theatricals Recordings has just announced the forthcoming release of Sondheim In The City, a new album by Tony Award®-nominated actress, singer and author Melissa Errico. The album will release on CD, streaming and digital platforms on February 16, 2024.

HELL'S KITCHEN, REDWOOD, INFINITE LIFE and More Win Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 18, 2023


Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, just announced the recipients of the 2023-24 Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards.

Chilina Kennedy, Crystal Lucas-Perry & More to Star in A SIGN OF THE TIMES at New World Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2023


Chilina Kennedy, Ryan Silverman, Justin Matthew Sargent and Crystal Lucas-Perry will star in A Sign of the Times featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield and more. Off-Broadway.

Plays, Playwrights & Casts Set for Barrington Stage Company's 10X10 New Play Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2023


Barrington Stage Company presents the Award-Winning 10X10 New Play Festival this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Jason Gotay, Alyse Alan Louis & More to Star in Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs's TEETH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023


Playwrights Horizons has revealed the cast for the world premiere of TEETH, a new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Listen: Spanish Cast Recording Released For Antonio Banderas' Production of GODSPELL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2023


The cast recording has been released for Antonio Banderas, Teatro del Soho CaixaBank, and Emilio Aragón’s acclaimed Spanish production of Godspell. Listen to the full album here!

Cincinnati May Festival Names Matthew Swanson as New Director of Choruses
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2023


Cincinnati May Festival has named Matthew Swanson as new Director of Choruses for the 2024-25 season.

Review: PRETTY WOMAN The Musical at the National Theatre
by Hannah R. Wing - Dec 14, 2023


Pretty Woman: The Musical doesn’t live up to the award-winning romantic comedy that it is based on.

THE BODYGUARD Returns To Glasgow's Theatre Royal in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023


Multi-platinum Australian recording artist Emily Williams will star as Rachel Marron when the award-winning international smash hit musical THE BODYGUARD returns to Glasgow at the Theatre Royal from Wednesday 3 January 2024 for the final dates of the tour.

Review: ULSTER AMERICAN, Riverside Studios
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 14, 2023


Ulster American, last seen in Edinburgh in 2018, opens with a debate about using the n-word. So far, so Ireland. We then touch on sex, consent, religion, Unionism, the IRA and Brexit, all crafted with bitingly sharp humour. It’s a lot to take in.

The Atlanta Opera Reaches “Budget One” Status for Its 2024�"25 Season, Becoming One of Top Ten U.S. Opera Companies
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2023


The Atlanta Opera's Board of Directors has announced that the company will achieve “Budget One” status in 2024–25, its 45th anniversary season.

Danielle Karliner Naish and Joe Christopher Join David Richards as Partners at RCI Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023


Discover the latest news on RCI General Management's expansion plans and the exciting opportunities it brings. Stay updated with the company's growing operations and increased footprint in the industry.

Charles Busch, Judy Kaye, Jen Cody & More to Star in IBSEN'S GHOST at George Street Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023


George Street Playhouse in association with Primary Stages has revealed the complete cast for IBSEN’S GHOST: An Irresponsible Biographical Fantasy, a new play written by and starring Tony Award nominee Charles Busch.

Return Engagement of MAHINERATOR & GHETTO ALCHEMY Added to The Tank Spring 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023


The Tank will present additional productions for the Winter/Spring 2024 Core Productions season. Learn details!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 13th, 2023
by - Dec 13, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 13, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Del Shores To Direct Off-Broadway Debut Of WOUNDED At SoHo Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023


Del Shores directs the Off-Broadway debut of the award-winning play WOUNDED, opening Jan. 24 at SoHo Playhouse, NYC. Inquire for interview opportunities with the creative team and cast.

'Marcus Leslie Singleton: Return from Exile' to Open at Mitchell-Innes & Nash This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023


Mitchell-Innes & Nash will feature new work by Marcus Leslie Singleton in his inaugural show with the gallery.

Mike Zito to Release New Album 'Life Is Hard' in February
by Michael Major - Dec 12, 2023


Zito recorded the new album in September at Sunset Sound Studios in Hollywood, California, with Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith producing. Both Bonamassa and Smith were involved in the production of Blood Brothers, the critically-acclaimed album Zito recorded with fellow label guitarist Albert Castiglia.

Jeremy Wein Presents The World Premiere Of BRUSHSTROKE By John Ross Bowie This January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2023


'BRUSHSTROKE' by John Ross Bowie, starring James Urbaniak & Malcolm Barrett, premieres at the Odyssey Theatre in West Los Angeles. Presented by Jeremy Wein.

Cast Set for THE LEHMAN TRILOGY At American Conservatory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023


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.

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