Two Shakespearean Actors Broadway Original Cast
Original
Original Cast
Washington Irving
(writer and amateur actor)
Tom Aldredge, a versatile and prolific actor, brought depth and nuance to his role as the Narrator/Mysterious Man in Stephen Sondheim's "Into the Woods," earning Tony Award nominations for both the original 1987 production and the 2002 revival. more...
Williams Charles Macready
(Astor Place (Macbeth), English)
Brian Bedford, celebrated for his versatility and depth in classical theater, was one of the finest Shakespearean actors of his generation, making his mark with a Tony Award-winning performance in "The School for Scandal" in 1971 and his last Broadway appearance as Lady Bracknell in the 2011 production of "The Importance of Being Earnest." more...
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Williams Charles Macready (u/s)
(Broadway Theatre (who normally plays Macduff but i)
Frederick Wemyss (u/s)
Mr. Blakely
Washington Irving (u/s)
(Broadway Theatre (Duncan; Errington))
Miss Wemyss
(an aspiring actress, daughter of Frederick Wemyss)
Katie Finneran, a two-time Tony Award winner known for her standout performances in Broadway revivals like Noises Off and Promises, Promises, also graced the stage in Two Shakespearean Actors. more...
Edwin Forrest
(Broadway Theatre (Macbeth; Metamora))
Victor Garber, renowned for his extensive work across film, television, and stage, brought his acclaimed talent to the role of Horace Vandergelder in the Broadway hit *Hello, Dolly!* opposite Bernadette Peters. more...
Miss Helen Burton
(Broadway Theatre (2nd Witch; Goodenough))
Judy Kuhn, who graced the stage in the Lincoln Center Theatre's production of Two Shakespearean Actors, has an illustrious career with notable Broadway appearances in Fun Home and Les Miserables, earning multiple Tony and Drama Desk nominations. more...
(Broadway Theatre (Banquo, Malcolm; Anrawandah))
(Understudy)
Charles Clark (u/s)
George Bradshaw (u/s)
John Sefton (u/s)
Mr. Chippindale (u/s)
Robert Jones (u/s)
Thomas Schall, who boasts an impressive resume with over 60 Broadway shows including "The Crucible" and "Death of a Salesman," brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of "Two Shakespearean Actors." more...
Dion Boucicault
(playwright and actor, English/Irish)
Eric Stoltz, who made his Broadway debut in Lincoln Center Theatre's acclaimed revival of "Our Town," has seamlessly transitioned from theatre to both studio and independent films, earning a Tony Award nomination for his performance. more...
Dion Boucicault (u/s)
Thomas Fisher
(Broadway Theatre (Young Siward; Kaweshine))
Graham Winton, known for his roles in Gettysburg, The Americans, and FBI, brought his talent to the stage in Two Shakespearean Actors. more...
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Production Team
Jules Fisher Lighting Designer
Jane Greenwood Costume Designer
Bob James Composer
(Incidental Music)
(Incidental Music)
Orchestrator
David Jenkins Scenic Designer
Jeff Ladman Sound Designer
Greg Meeh Projection Designer
Jack O'Brien Director