The Invention Of Love Broadway Original Cast
The Invention of Love is a 1997 play by Tom Stoppard portraying the life of poet A. E. Full synopsis
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Original Cast
Bunthorne
Oscar Wilde
Daniel Davis, known for his extensive career in regional theatre and notable television roles, was part of the cast for Lincoln Center's production of *The Invention of Love*, showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor. more...
A.E. Houseman, aged 77
Katharine Houseman
Chairman of Selection Committee (u/s)
Jerome K. Jerome (u/s)
John Ruskin (u/s)
Oscar Wilde (u/s)
Moses John Jackson
David Harbour, who appeared in "The Invention of Love" at the Lyceum, has built an impressive career with notable roles in both theater and television, including his acclaimed performance as Chief Jim Hopper in the Netflix series "Stranger Things." more...
Jerome K. Jerome
John Ruskin
Moses John Jackson (u/s)
Brian Hutchison, who graced the stage in "The Invention of Love" on Broadway, boasts an impressive array of performances both on and off-Broadway, including notable roles in "Man and Boy," "Proof," and "Pocatello," as well as appearances in film and television series such as "Vinyl" and "The Good Wife." more...
Benjamin Jowett
Byron Jennings, who has an extensive career in both film and theatre, was part of the cast of "The Invention of Love" on Broadway, showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor. more...
(Understudy)
Aaron Krohn, who starred in the Broadway production of *The Invention of Love*, boasts an impressive resume with roles in notable productions such as *Macbeth*, *The Farnsworth Invention*, and *The Coast of Utopia*. more...
A.E. Houseman, aged 18 to 26
Robert Sean Leonard, a three-time Tony Award nominee, won Best Featured Actor in a Play in 2001 for his portrayal of A. E. Housman in Tom Stoppard's The Invention of Love. more...
Bunthorne (u/s)
Chairman of Selection Committee
John Percival Postgate (u/s)
Mark Pattison (u/s)
Robinson Ellis (u/s)
W.T. Stead (u/s)
Mark Pattison
W.T. Stead
(Understudy)
Katharine Houseman (u/s)
Mark Nelson, who has an impressive Broadway resume including ten shows and notable performances such as Herr Schultz in Cabaret and Einstein in Picasso at the Lapin Agile, brought his extensive experience to the cast of The Invention of Love more...
Benjamin Jowett (u/s)
Frank Harris (u/s)
John Percival Postgate
Robinson Ellis
Walter Pater (u/s)
Guy Paul, known for his roles in "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," "The Fifth Estate," and "The Sopranos," brought his extensive acting experience to the stage in "The Invention of Love." more...
A.E. Houseman (u/s)
aged 77 (u/s)
Frank Harris
Walter Pater
(Understudy)
Alfred William Pollard
Michael Stuhlbarg, who played in Tom Stoppard’s "The Invention of Love" on Broadway, is a celebrated actor known for his Golden Globe-nominated role in the Coen Brothers’ "A Serious Man" and his extensive work in both film and television. more...
Alfred William Pollard (u/s)
David Turner, who appeared in "The Invention of Love," has an extensive resume including Broadway hits like "The Book of Mormon" and "Sunday in the Park with George," as well as notable Off-Broadway and regional performances. more...
See awards and nominations on the The Invention Of Love page
Other productions of The Invention Of Love
- 2026 Off-Broadway — · Cast
Production Team
David Brian Brown Hair and Wig Designer
Bob Crowley Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Bob James Composer
(Incidental Music)
(Incidental Music)
Scott Lehrer Sound Designer
Brian MacDevitt Lighting Designer
Jack O'Brien Director
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