Good Night, Oscar
One hour and 40 minutes, no intermission
Good Night, Oscar - 2023 Broadway History , Info & More
Belasco Theatre (Broadway)
111 West 44th St. New York, NY
Anything can happen on live TV. And one night, it did. Sean Hayes stars as the irrepressible Oscar Levant. It’s 1958, and Jack Paar hosts the hottest late-night talk-show on television. His favorite guest? Character actor, pianist and wild card Oscar Levant. 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.
Good Night, Oscar - 2023 - Broadway Cast
FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Good Night, Oscar
‘Good Night, Oscar’ review: Sean Hayes stars in off-key Broadway play
3 / 10
But near the end, Levant gets behind the piano and plays Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” on NBC. Hayes, a gifted piano player himself, does this in full view of the audience — and from memory. That thrilling moment — without mannerisms, words, other characters or exposition — is the only time Levant and “Good Night, Oscar” come to life.
GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR: SEAN HAYES IS THE FAMED IVORIES-TICKLER
7 / 10
It could be that Good Night, Oscar exists as much as anything for handing Hayes an at-the-ivories tour de force. Otherwise, his Levant portrayal is strong enough. He bumbles and stumbles across Rachel Hauck‘s couple of NBC studios, constantly entrenched in Levant’s havoc, lighting up as obsessively as Levant did. Perhaps aficionados won’t be entirely watching the commanding grouse their guy was, but Hayes adulators will assume they’re getting the real thing. Could be the same for old-time Paar-tisans. Rappaport doesn’t seem to be out to impersonate the man and his assured-yet-uncertain-of-himself manner. He gets much of the Paar’s professionally charming ways when in front of television cameras. The other cast members, Bergl chief among them, respond to Peterson’s serviceable direction. As for the audience groups cited above: Good Night, Oscar has something, if not everything, for all three.
by A.A. Cristi - June 11, 2023
Sean Hayes has won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR. Hear what he had to say about his win in his visit to the press room!
by - June 11, 2023
Sean Hayes has won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for GOODNIGHT, OSCAR.
by Michael Major - May 22, 2023
Sean Hayes sat down on CBS Mornings to discuss starring on Broadway in Good Night, Oscar. Hayes revealed how starring as Oscar Levant in the new play is 'almost therapeutic' to him. Hayes also discussed why the performance is such a departure from his Will & Grace character, how Broadway relies on the Tony Awards, and more. Watch the video now!
by Richard Ridge - May 17, 2023
In this video, watch as Sean Hayes chats about how he got started in theatre, why this role means so much to him, and so much more.
by Bruce Glikas - May 12, 2023
Good Night, Oscar starring Emmy Award-winning actor Sean Hayes, is running now at Broadway's Belasco Theatre. In celebration of the actor's acclaimed turn as Oscar Levant in the new play from Doug Wright, Sean has been honored with his very own Sardi's portrait! See photos from his unveiling celebration!
by Bruce Glikas - May 1, 2023
Check out photos of Barry Manilow visiting Good Night, Oscar on Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2023
Good Night, Oscar starring Emmy Award-winning actor Sean Hayes, opened on Broadway last night, Monday, April 24th at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th St) for a 20-week limited engagement. See video of Sean and the company taking their opening night bows!
by Red Carpet - April 25, 2023
The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Belasco Theatre, where the new American play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes opened. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out interviews with Graham Norton, Lea DeLaria, Michael Feinstein, Cynthia Nixon, Shoshana Bean, Dale Soules, LaChanze, Katie Finneran, and more!
by Bruce Glikas - April 25, 2023
The new American play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes opened on Broadway last night, April 24, at the Belasco Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the opening night party here!
by Bruce Glikas - April 25, 2023
The new American play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes opened on Broadway last night, April 24, at the Belasco Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast taking their bows here!
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2023
The new American play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes opens on Broadway tonight, April 24, at the Belasco Theatre. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar's 20-week limited engagement will end on August 27. Read reviews for the production!
by Show Highlights - April 24, 2023
The new American play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes opens on Broadway tonight, April 24, at the Belasco Theatre. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar’s 20-week limited engagement will end on August 27. Check out all new photos and video footage of the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 19, 2023
Get a first look at Sean Hayes and more in Good Night, Oscar on Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 20, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Marchánt Davis, who is currently starring in Good Night, Oscar on Broadway, and can be seen in the upcoming HBO film Reality, starring Sydney Sweeney.
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2023
Broadway's Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes has announced the Rush and Digital Lottery policies for the show which is now in previews at The Belasco Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 6, 2023
Broadway previews begin tomorrow, Friday, April 7 for Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. See how to purchase tickets!
by Nicole Rosky - April 4, 2023
Rehearsals are underway for the upcoming new Broadway play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. Watch as the company meets the press n this video!
by Jennifer Broski - March 31, 2023
Rehearsals are underway for the upcoming new Broadway play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar begins performances on April 7 and opens on April 24 at Broadway's Belasco Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - April 7, 2023
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar begins previews tonight, April 7 and opens on April 24 at Broadway's Belasco Theatre. Meet the cast of Good Night, Oscar here!
by Stephi Wild - March 14, 2023
Broadway rehearsals began for the upcoming new Broadway play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. Full casting has also been revealed for the production. Learn more about the show and its cast here!
by Jennifer Broski - January 19, 2023
Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee for Good Night, Oscar, which begins performances on April 7, 2023, and opens on April 24, 2023. The 20-week limited engagement will end on August 27, 2023.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 7, 2022
Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes, announced that Marchánt Davis (Ain’t No Mo’), Alex Wyse (Waitress), Sam Bell-Gurwitz (Good Night, Oscar in Chicago), Postell Pringle (A Free Man of Color), and Max Roll (Mrs. Warren’s Profession) will be joining the company on Broadway.
Good Night, Oscar FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
General Rush
Price: $35
Where: Belasco Theatre box office
When: Tickets are available day-of when the box office opens. The Belasco Theatre box office is open Monday through Saturday at 10am, and will open Sundays at 12pm beginning April 30.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Determined at the discretion of the box office. Subject to daily availability.
Digital Lottery
Price: $40
Where: rush.telecharge.com.
When: Entries for the digital lottery open at 12 AM one day before the performance. Winners are drawn the same day at 10 AM and 3 PM.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Subject to availability.
Good Night, Oscar History
Other Productions of Good Night, Oscar
| 2021 | Regional (US) |
Goodman Theatre's Premiere Production Regional (US) |
| 2023 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
| 2025 | West End |
West End |
Good Night, Oscar - 2023 Broadway Awards and Nominations
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play | Emily Bergl |
| 2023 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play | Sean Hayes |
| 2023 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Award | Sean Hayes |
| 2023 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Play | Good Night, Oscar |
| 2023 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Play | Sean Hayes |
| 2023 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Broadway Play | Good Night, Oscar |
| 2023 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Sound Design (Play or Musical) | Andre Pluess |
| 2023 | Tony Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Play | Sean Hayes |
| 2023 | Tony Awards | Best Costume Design of a Play | Emilio Sosa |
| 2023 | Tony Awards | Best Scenic Design of a Play | Rachel Hauck |
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