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Goodman Theatre announced it will premiere Good Night, Oscar, starring Emmy Award-winning actor and producer Sean Hayes (Broadway's Promises, Promises, NBC-TV's Will & Grace) as erstwhile character actor, pianist and wild card Oscar Levant. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Doug Wright (I Am My Own Wife, War Paint), Good Night, Oscar is directed by Tony Award nominee Leigh Silverman (Chinglish).



It's 1958, and Jack Paar hosts the hottest late-night talk-show on television. His favorite guest? Oscar Levant. Famous for his many epigrams, Oscar has a favorite: "There's a fine line between genius and insanity; I have erased this line." Oscar will prove just that when he gets a four-hour pass from the mental ward to appear live on national TV. It's an episode Paar's audience-and the rest of America-won't soon forget. Good Night, Oscar explores the nexus of humor and heartbreak, the ever-dwindling distinction between exploitation and entertainment and the high cost of baring one's soul for public consumption, all through the eyes of one of America's most memorable and subversive wits.


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Good Night, Oscar - Regional (US) Articles Page 16

Darlinghurst Theatre Company Announces Redefined Plans For 2021
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2021


In 2021, Darlinghurst Theatre Company has been redefined: part theatre company, part experience maker.

Yoko Miwa Trio Offers A Beacon Of Optimism During Dark Times On Spirited New Album
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2021


2020 was a trying year for all of us, and pianist Yoko Miwa suffered more than her fair share of challenges. Like most musicians during this unprecedented pandemic, she suddenly found herself without the opportunity to perform. The recording of her new album was postponed and her trio's longtime home base, Les Zygomates Wine Bar & Bistro in Boston, closed its doors for good. Worst of all, her father passed away after a battle with Alzheimer's Disease.

Social Roundup: The Theatre Community Mourns the Loss of Christopher Plummer
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Feb 5, 2021


Read what theatre stars from across social media are saying about the passing of Christopher Plummer.

Door Shakespeare Offers Scenes From KING LEAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, AND RICHARD III for NEA Big Read: Door County
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2021


On February 12, 2021, Door Shakespeare brings together an eclectic ensemble of nine artists to share excerpts from three plays by William Shakespeare that are featured in Emily St. John Mandel's Station Eleven as part of the 2021 NEA Big Read: Door County, running through February 13.

Kansas City Broadway Series Announces MEAN GIRLS, TOOTSIE & More as Part of BROADWAY IS BACK SERIES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2021


Broadway Across America and The American Theatre Guild have announced the return of Broadway to the stage with the Broadway Is Back In Kansas City Series at the Music Hall and Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.  This powerful season features a 6 Show Season Ticket Package including MEAN GIRLS, TOOTSIE, AIN’T TOO PROUD and more.

BroadwayWorld's 100 People To Follow on Twitter in 2021
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Feb 10, 2021


It's time for the 2021 edition of 100 Theatre Twitter Accounts You MUST Follow! We chose accounts we find interesting for a number of reasons - be it news, comedy, backstage info, Twitter-savvy performers, or just because we happen to enjoy their feed.

Wake Up With BWW 1/29: COME FROM AWAY Returns to the Stage in Melbourne, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2021


Today's top stories: get a first look at Come From Away in Melbourne where it has returned to the stage, plus watch a new Beetlejuice lyric video for 'Mamma Would', and more!

REMEMBER THIS: THE LESSON OF JAN KARSKI to Stream for International Holocaust Remembrance Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2021


NJTF and HTII in association with the New York Library for the Performing Arts, is honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day, 1/27/2021, by showcasing the Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics original production of Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski, starring Oscar-Nominated actor David Strathairn. 

Dallas Summer Musicals Announces Revised 2021-2022 Broadway Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2021


Dallas Summer Musicals, in partnership with Broadway Across America, today announced the revised lineup of Broadway shows coming to Dallas in its next season, including the performance dates for the return engagement of HAMILTON, November 16 - December 5, 2021.

Leslie Odom, Jr., Matthew Broderick and More Set for Save Birdland Streaming Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2021


Former President Bill Clinton, Tony Award-winner Leslie Odom, Jr., Tony-nominee Jeff Daniels, Clive Davis, Elvis Costello, and more have signed on for a concert fundraiser to save iconic New York venue Birdland.

Shudder Announces Killer Lineup Of Eleven Movie Premieres In Eleven Weeks
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 14, 2021


Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural, today announced its unbeatable lineup of eleven new Shudder Original and Shudder Exclusive films set to premiere on the service over the next eleven weeks.

Sundance Institute Announces 2021 Screenwriters Lab Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2021


Fifteen emerging storytellers from Chile, India, Kenya, Tunisia and the U.S. will convene digitally for Sundance Institute’s January Screenwriters Lab, taking place online via Sundance Co//ab from January 11 -15, 2021. The Fellows will work to further develop twelve original projects, in collaboration with an experienced group of Creative Advisors.

Ephrata Performing Arts Center's 2021 Season Offers Streaming and Live Productions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2021


The 2021 Season at Ephrata Performing Arts Center will begin February 26, 2021.

Wake Up With BWW 1/6: Jackie Hoffman Joins ISAAC@CAFECARLYLE, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2021


Today's top stories: get a sneak peek at Isaac Mizrahi's ISAAC@CAFECARLYLE with Jackie Hoffman, BroadwayHD announces January lineup, and more!

The Wick Supper Club Announces Billy Stritch, Christine Pedi and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2021


World-renowned singers are coming to The Wick Theatre in Boca Raton to perform at the Wick Supper Club. Nicolas King, Billy Strich, Anthony Nunziata and Christine Pedi are kicking off the new year with spectacular dinner and show events.

Review Roundup: RATATOUILLE: THE TIKTOK MUSICAL - What Did the Critics Think?
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2021


The premiere of the virtual benefit performance of Ratatouille: the TikTok Musical took place on Friday, January 1 at 7pm ET and will stream for 72 hours only through TodayTix. Let's see what the critics are saying...

Help Save Birdland Jazz Club- How You Can Donate to the Iconic Music Venue Today!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2021


Yet another one of New York’s most beloved venues is in danger of closing for good. Birdland Jazz Club, a staple of the New York City jazz community since 1949, needs help with the debt it has found itself in due to the health crisis.

Actors' Equity Approves In-Person Filming of MY LORD, WHAT A NIGHT at Orlando Shakes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2020


Inspired by a true friendship, Deborah Brevoort’s My Lord, What a Night produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF will be available to stream February 3 - 14, 2021. This Video on Demand production of My Lord, What a Night is part of a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere.

Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Pete Townshend & More Join SAVE WEST BANK CAFE VIRTUAL TELETHON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2020


Since 1978, West Bank Cafe has been one of the epicenters of New York City’s theatre community, and due to the pandemic, it is on the verge of permanently closing. With Broadway dark, tourism down, indoor dining closed, and no relief plan in sight, 2020 has created a plethora of financial problems for the beloved theater district institution. 

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: December 19-20- with Adam Pascal, Josh Groban and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2020


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, December 19-20, 2020.

BWW Interview: Scott Coulter of SPOT-ON ENTERTAINMENT
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 18, 2020


The Army declares that they do more before nine am than most people do all day. The creator and head of Spot-On Entertainment must have served in the armed forces then, because just thinking about all the work he does is enough to exhaust the rest of the mere mortals on this planet.

Cinematters NY Social Justice Film Festival Announces Lineup For Virtual Event Over MLK Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2020


The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan announces the lineup for its 2nd annual Cinematters: NY Social Justice Film Festival, which will run virtually January 14-18, 2021.

Full Program Announced for 2021 Sundance Film Festival
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 15, 2020


The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the showcase of new independent work selected across the Feature Film, Short Film, Indie Series and New Frontier categories for the 2021 Sundance Film Festival.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: December 12-13- with James Monroe Iglehart, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2020


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, December 12-13, 2020.

EPIX Sets GODFATHER OF HARLEM Season Two Premiere for April 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 10, 2020


Season two will see Bumpy continue his struggle to reclaim command over Harlem from the Italian mobsters by attempting to seed internal discord and sever their vital heroin pipeline.

Other Productions of Good Night, Oscar

2021   Regional (US) Goodman Theatre's Premiere Production
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2023   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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