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Twelfth Night Broadway Original Cast Revival


Twelfth Night Broadway

Direct from a sold-out run in London's West End, the critically-beloved, Shakespeare's Globe productions of Twelfth Night and Richard III come to Broadway for a 16-week limited engagement. Two of The Bard's finest plays are performed in repertory by a remarkable cast featuring two-time Tony Award winner Mark Rylance (Jerusalem, Boeing-Boeing), Golden Globe nominee Stephen Fry (Wilde, Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows) and Tony Award nominee Samuel Barnett (The History Boys).

These classics are presented in the custom of how Shakespeare's plays were originally staged, with an extraordinary all-male company playing male and female roles; actors participating in the pre-show ritual of dressing and preparing their make-up on stage, in front of the audience; music played live on traditional instruments; and lighting created almost exclusively by 100 on-stage candles, adding to the intimate and authentic atmosphere. This is delightfully funny, timeless Shakespeare at its absolute finest, and it is not to be missed!

Outrageous high comedy ensues as the pangs of unrequited love affect the unforgettable characters of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. While the lovelorn Duke Orsino plots to win the heart of the mourning Olivia (Mark Rylance), an alliance of servants and hangers-on scheme against the high handedness of Olivia's steward, the pompous Malvolio (Stephen Fry). When Orsino engages the cross-dressed Viola, who has disguised herself as a young man under the name Cesario, to plead with Olivia on his behalf, a bittersweet and hilarious chain of events follows.

Original

Samuel Barnett made a memorable Broadway debut in 2013, portraying Viola/Cesario in the critically acclaimed production of "Twelfth Night" at the Belasco Theatre, directed by Tim Carroll and featuring a stellar cast including Mark Rylance, Stephen Fry, and Paul Chahidi. more...

(Duke of Illyria)

(Olivia's waiting woman)
Paul Chahidi, a celebrated British actor, delivered a widely acclaimed performance as Maria in the Globe Theatre's 2013 production of "Twelfth Night," which featured an all-male cast and was directed by Tim Carroll. more...

(a jester in Olivia's household)

(Olivia's steward)

(Olivia's kinsman)
Colin Hurley has an extensive theatre background, including notable performances in "Twelfth Night" at Shakespeare's Globe, the West End, and New York. more...

(a countess)
Mark Rylance, who portrayed the Countess Olivia in the 2013 production of "Twelfth Night" at The Belasco Theatre, has had an illustrious career, including his tenure as Artistic Director of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and his knighthood in 2017 for services to Drama. more...

(Viola's twin brother)
Joseph Timms, who has graced the Broadway stage in productions of Twelfth Night and Richard III, also showcased his talent in London's Indecent. more...
(Understudy)
(inhabitant of Illyria)
Tony Ward, who played the Sea Captain and Priest in Twelfth Night alongside Mark Rylance and Stephen Fry, has an extensive career with notable Broadway credits including The Front Page and The Audience. more...

(companion of Sir Toby)

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Awards and Nominations


2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Mark Rylance was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Paul Chahidi was nominated but did not win.

2014 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Mark Rylance won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Paul Chahidi was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Stephen Fry was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Samuel Barnett was nominated but did not win.

Production Team

Tim Carroll Director
Stan Pressner Lighting Designer
Jenny Tiramani Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Claire van Kampen Composer
(Original Music)
Siân Williams Choreographer
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