To Be or Not To Be Broadway Original Cast
At the Polski Theatre in 1939 Warsaw, Joseph and Maria Tura are about to open yet another smash with their theatrical troupe. As the German invasion gets underway, the theatre is closed by censors, forcing the troupe to face desperate times. Full synopsis
Original
Original Cast
Young Grunberg (u/s)
Rowicz
Peter Benson, who graced Broadway in productions such as Promises, Promises and The Pajama Game, also showcased his talent in To Be or Not To Be. more...
Dowasz (u/s)
Josef (u/s)
Officer (u/s)
Performer (u/s)
Silewski (u/s)
Grunberg
Sobinsky
Steve Kazee, who earned a Tony Award for his role in Once, showcased his versatile talent in the Broadway production of To Be or Not To Be, which took place more...
Dowasz
Maria
Jan Maxwell, a versatile actress with a distinguished career, was celebrated for her performances in The Royal Family and Lend Me A Tenor, earning two Tony Award® nominations in 2010, and she also graced the stage in To Be or Not To Be. more...
Colonel Erhard
Anna
Kristine Nielsen, known for her extensive Broadway and Off-Broadway credits including a Tony Award nomination for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, brought her remarkable talent to the stage in past productions like The Iceman Cometh (1986), showcasing her versatility and depth as an actor. more...
Young Grunberg
Anna (u/s)
Eva (u/s)
Maria (u/s)
Angela Pierce, who boasts an impressive resume with performances at renowned venues such as the American Airlines Theatre and Studio 54, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of "To Be or Not To Be," showcasing her versatility honed through roles at institutions like the Royal Shakespeare Co. and The Juilliard School. more...
Josef
David Rasche, known for his extensive work in theater, including performances at MTC in "Last Dance" and "Moonlight and Magnolias," brought his seasoned acting skills to the cast of "To Be or Not To Be." more...
Performer
Silewski
Rocco Sisto, a founding member of Shakespeare & Co. and an Obie Award winner for Sustained Excellence, graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performance in "To Be Or Not to Be," adding to his impressive list of credits that includes "Amadeus" and "A Month in the Country." more...
Colonel Erhard (u/s)
Grunberg (u/s)
Major Schweinlich
Performer
Walowski
Major Schweinlich (u/s)
Officer
Rowicz (u/s)
Sobinsky (u/s)
Walowski (u/s)
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Production Team
Gregg Barnes Costume Designer
Howell Binkley Lighting Designer
Zak Borovay Projection Designer
Wendall Harrington Projection Designer
Anna Louizos Scenic Designer
Josh Marquette Hair Designer
Casey Nicholaw Director
Darron L. West Sound Designer