The Inheritance

Run Time:
Part 1: 3 hours, 15 min, Part 2: 3 hours, 20 min
Ages: 16+
Opened: November 17, 2019
Closing: March 15, 2020

The Inheritance - 2019 - Broadway History , Info & More

Profoundly touching and wickedly hilarious, Matthew Lopez’s two-part play The Inheritance, asks how much we owe to those who lived and loved before us, and questions the role we must play for future generations.

Brilliantly re-envisioning E. M. Forster’s masterpiece "Howards End" to 21st-century New York, it follows the interlinking lives of three generations of gay men searching for a community of their own – and a place to call home.

This epic new play by Matthew Lopez marks the Broadway debut of a bold new voice in American theatre, directed by visionary two-time Tony Award winner Stephen Daldry.

The Inheritance is a life-affirming journey of tears and laughter, through conflicts and connections, heartbreak and hope. A new play, generations in the making.

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‘The Inheritance’ Is a Ravishing Theatrical Work That Urges Generations to Connect and Love
8 / 10

The best advice about seeing The Inheritance on Broadway - which you definitely should if you're looking for a head-spinning, heart-rending theatrical experience - is to forget the hype surrounding it. And that won't be easy. Playwright Matthew Lopez, a Puerto Rican transplanted to New York City from the Florida panhandle, is fresh from London where his ardently ambitious play about different generations of gay men living in post-AIDs Manhattan won an armful of Oliviers (the Brit Tonys named after the late, great Lord Larry) and gushy reviews that called it "the most important American play of the century." Try living up to that. You can't, but it's impossible not to marvel at the incisively hilarious and deeply humane effort put forth by Lopez, director Stephen Daldry (The Crown, Billy Elliot), and a cast that could not be better. The Inheritance is an emotional powerhouse. It's also approximately seven hours long. That means you have to see it in two parts (the . Another gay fantasia, Tony Kushner's Angels in America, pulled it off, but unless you're J.K. Rowling's pre-sold Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, you're fighting an uphill battle.

‘The Inheritance’ one of the most powerful gay dramas ever on Broadway
8 / 10

It is tempting to compare "The Inheritance" with Tony Kushner's masterwork "Angels in America," which is also a two-part, six-act, roughly seven-hour drama centered on AIDS, historical connections, and politics. However, "The Inheritance" very much stands on its own as a separate work with a very different sensibility, and I strongly suspect that it will soon join "Angels in America" in the pantheon of great gay dramas.

BWW Flashback: THE INHERITANCE Concludes Broadway Run by Nicole Rosky - March 15, 2020

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Matthew Lopez's The Inheritance, directed by Stephen Daldry, was set to conclude its Broadway run today, March 15, after 46 previews and 138 regular performances. Instead, the show's run ended a few days early, due to Broadway's COVID-19 shut-down.

The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales Welcomes THE INHERITANCE Star Samuel H. Levine by A.A. Cristi - March 10, 2020

The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales: welcomes Samuel H. Levine of Broadway's The Inheritance. This Brooklyn, NY native is making his Broadway debut at 24, playing two different characters.

Breaking: THE INHERITANCE Will Conclude Broadway Run This Spring by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 20, 2020

Producers Tom Kirdahy, Sonia Friedman Productions, and Hunter Arnold announced today that Matthew Lopez' THE INHERITANCE, directed by Stephen Daldry, will conclude its Broadway run on Sunday, March 15th. THE INHERITANCE began previews on Broadway at the Ethel Barrymore Theater (243 West 47th street) on Friday, September 27th, 2019 and officially opened on Sunday, November 17th, 2019. At the conclusion of the run, the production will have played 46 previews (28 of The Inheritance and 18 of The Inheritance Part 2) and 138 performances (86 of The Inheritance and 52 of The Inheritance Part 2).

THE INHERITANCE Has Announced New Weekly LOBBY SERIES Audience Discussions by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 12, 2020

The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez has announced a new community engagement initiative: the 'Lobby Series.' For four consecutive weeks, beginning February 15, audience members with a ticket to The Inheritance PART 2 that evening are invited to join a moderated discussion in the lower lobby of the Barrymore Theatre at 6:00pm.

Photo Flash: See Tony Goldwyn and More in THE INHERITANCE on Broadway by A.A. Cristi - January 29, 2020

See brand new photos from the critically acclaimed Broadway production of THE INHERITANCE by Matthew Lopez.  

VIDEO: Tony Goldwyn, Kyle Soller, Andrew Burnap Talk THE INHERITANCE on TODAY by Stage Tube - January 17, 2020

On Friday morning, actors Tony Goldwyn, Kyle Soller and Andrew Burnap joined the 3rd hour of TODAY to discuss their critically acclaimed Broadway show, a?oeThe Inheritance,a?? which follows the lives of gay men in Manhattan a generation after the AIDS epidemic.

VIDEO: Matthew Lopez and Kyle Soller Discuss THE INHERITANCE with Jimmy Fallon by Abigail Charpentier - January 11, 2020

Matthew Lopez and Kyle Soller discuss the inspiration for their emotional, critically acclaimed, six-hour-long Broadway play, The Inheritance, and what the two-part show has in common with a Netflix series.

VIDEO: Tony Goldwyn Takes His First Bow In THE INHERITANCE by Linnae Medeiros - January 6, 2020

Tony Goldwyn officially joined the company of Matthew Lopez' The Inheritance on January 5 for a four month limited engagement, and we're getting a look inside the star's first bow in the critically-acclaimed play! Check it out with the curtain call video!

Tony Goldwyn Joins THE INHERITANCE on Broadway Tonight, January 5 by Stephi Wild - January 5, 2020

Tony Goldwyn joins the company of Matthew Lopez' The Inheritance beginning tonight, January 5, for a four month limited engagement!

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Draws the Stage - THE INHERITANCE by A.A. Cristi - December 27, 2019

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions.

THE INHERITANCE Announces Special Ticket Offer For a Limited Time Only by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 20, 2019

THE INHERITANCE by Matthew Lopez has announced that $59 orchestra seats and $39 front mezzanine seats are available for all Wednesday matinee, Thursday and Friday performances through February 27th for a limited time only. The production is also offering these special rates for all performance December 20th a?" January 5th. On Friday, January 3, 2020 prices will go back up. Tickets for this special deal can be purchased at www.telecharge.com, by calling 212-239-6200 or by visiting the Barrymore Theatre (243 W 47th St). No special code is required.

THE INHERITANCE Releases New Block Of Tickets Through June 7, 2020 by Stephi Wild - December 17, 2019

The critically acclaimed Broadway production of THE INHERITANCE by Matthew Lopez has announced a new block of tickets are now on sale through Sunday, June 7, 2020. The new block of tickets is available for purchase at www.telecharge.com, by calling 212-239-6200 or by visiting the Barrymore Theatre (243 W 47th St).

Tony Goldwyn To Join THE INHERITANCE On Broadway For A Limited Engagement by A.A. Cristi - December 9, 2019

It was announced today that Tony Goldwyn (ABC's a?oeScandal,a?? Broadway's Network) will join the company of Matthew Lopez' THE INHERITANCE, for a four month limited engagement beginning performances Sunday, January 5, 2020.

Andy Cohen Gives Out 200 Tickets to THE INHERITANCE in Honor of World AIDS Day by Stephi Wild - December 2, 2019

Andy Cohen gave back this Thanksgiving weekend by giving out 200 tickets to The Inheritance to constituents of New York City's LGBTQ Center, in honor of World AIDS Day, according to People.

Win 2 Tickets to THE INHERITANCE: Parts 1 and 2 on Broadway and Meet John Benjamin Hickey by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 27, 2019

The Inheritance, a critically-acclaimed play has been taking Broadway by storm and now is your opportunity to see the show!

BWW TV: Matthew Lopez and the Company of THE INHERITANCE Celebrate Opening Night! by TV - Opening Night Special - November 18, 2019

The Barrymore Theatre was the place to be yesterday as the best of Broadway came out to celebrate an epic opening day of The Inheritance- directed by multi Olivier and Tony Award-winner Stephen Daldry (Billy Elliot, Netflix's 'The Crown') and designed by Olivier and Tony Award winner Bob Crowley.

Photo Coverage: Go Inside the Epic Opening Night of THE INHERITANCE by Jennifer Broski - November 18, 2019

The Barrymore Theatre was the place to be yesterday as the best of Broadway came out to celebrate an epic opening day of The Inheritance- directed by multi Olivier and Tony Award-winner Stephen Daldry (Billy Elliot, Netflix's 'The Crown') and designed by Olivier and Tony Award winner Bob Crowley.

Review Roundup: THE INHERITANCE Opens on Broadway - What Did the Critics Think? by Review Roundups - November 17, 2019

The Inheritance officially opened tonight on Broadway! Read the reviews here!

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE INHERITANCE by Walter McBride - November 17, 2019

The Inheritance officially opened tonight on Broadway! BroadwayWorld attended the big night and we're taking you on the red carpet. Stars in attendance included George Takei, Anderson Cooper, Judith Light, Matt Bomer, Glenn Close, Jimmy Fallon, Antoni Porowski, Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick, and many more!

The Inheritance FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The Inheritance has had 2 productions including West End which opened in 2018 and Broadway which opened in 2019.
Best Play and , Best Costume Design of a Play for Bob Crowley, Best Direction of a Play for Stephen Daldry, Best Lighting Design of a Play for Jon Clark, Best Original Score for Paul EnglishbyBest Scenic Design of a Play for Bob Crowley and Best Sound Design of a Play for Paul Arditti.
Best Play, Best Costume Design of a Play for Bob Crowley, Best Direction of a Play for Stephen Daldry, Best Lighting Design of a Play for Jon Clark, Best Original Score for Paul Englishby, Best Scenic Design of a Play for Bob Crowley, Best Sound Design of a Play for Paul Arditti, .
The Inheritance has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stephen Daldry, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Inheritance, Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Paul Arditti, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Paul Hilton, Outstanding Production of a Play (Drama League Awards) for The Inheritance, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stephen Daldry, and Outstanding New Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Inheritance.
The Inheritance has won several awards, including Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stephen Daldry, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Inheritance, Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Paul Arditti, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Paul Hilton, Outstanding Production of a Play (Drama League Awards) for The Inheritance, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stephen Daldry, and Outstanding New Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Inheritance.

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