When the playwright and director, Moss Hart, published his autobiography, "Act One," in 1959 it was a sensation, filled with vivid recollections of colorful characters, especially Hart's first great collaborator, the brilliant George S. Kaufman. The book gave a fascinating insider's view of how a show really gets to the stage. more...
Santino Fontana, who graced the stage in "Act One," is celebrated for his award-winning performance in "Tootsie" and is widely recognized as the voice of Prince Hans in Disney's "Frozen." more...
Noah Marlowe is excited to make his Broadway return, having previously been an understudy for Moss/Bernie in "Act One" and played Michael Banks in "Mary Poppins." more...
Lance Roberts, who portrayed various roles in the Broadway production of ACT ONE, made his official Broadway debut as the King of Cartoons in THE PEEWEE HERMAN SHOW after nearly 30 years since his initial involvement in the ill-fated production of The First. more...
Jonathan Spivey, who graced the Broadway stage in "ACT ONE" under the direction of James Lapine at Lincoln Center, has an extensive regional theatre background and is also a talented jazz pianist and playwright. more...
Awards and Nominations
2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Tony Shalhoub was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Andrea Martin won.
2014 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Tony Shalhoub was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Ken Billington Lighting Designer
Beowulf Boritt Scenic Designer
Jane Greenwood Costume Designer
James Lapine Director
Louis Rosen Composer
(Original music)
(Original music)
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
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