Democracy Broadway Original Cast
Rooted in shocking and fascinating historical truth, Democracy is a dazzling new work by Tony Award winner Michael Frayn, directed by two-time Tony winner Michael Blakemore. The story of former West German chancellor Willy Brandt, the play explores his downfall at the hands of an East German intelligence agent who becomes his assistant and confessor. Full synopsis
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Original Cast
Reinhard Wilke
Terry Beaver, who has an extensive Broadway resume including a notable performance in "Democracy," has also been recognized with a Tony® nomination and an Outer Critics Circle Award for his role in "The Last Night of Ballyhoo." more...
Günter Guillaume
Ulrich Bauhaus
Tony Carlin, who has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in The Lehman Trilogy, Bernhardt/Hamlet, and Saint Joan, also brought his talent to the stage in Democracy. more...
Arno Kretschmann
Michael Cumpsty, known for his extensive Broadway career including a notable performance in "Democracy," has also graced the stage in productions such as "End of the Rainbow" and "Sunday in the Park with George." more...
Helmut Schmidt
John Dossett, a seasoned actor with a career spanning over four decades, has graced the stage in numerous Broadway productions, including his notable performance in "Democracy." more...
Ulrich Bauhaus
Hans-Dietrich Genscher
John Christopher Jones, who starred in the Broadway production of Democracy, has an extensive theater career that includes notable performances in Hurlyburly, The Rise And Fall of Little Voice, and a memorable role in Jose Quintero’s revival of The Iceman Cometh alongside Jason Robards. more...
Horst Ehmke
Willy Brandt
James Naughton, who created the lead role of Willy Brandt, Chancellor of West Germany, in the highly acclaimed drama Democracy in 2004, has had a distinguished career, winning Tony Awards for his performances in City of Angels and Chicago. more...
Arno Kretschmann
Horst Ehmke
Reinhard Wilke
Paul O'Brien, a versatile actor with an extensive career, appeared in "Democracy" on Broadway, adding to his impressive list of stage credits that includes "On a Clear Day," "The Importance of Being Earnest," and "King Lear." more...
Woman's Voice
Michele Pawk, a Tony Award-winning actress known for her roles in Broadway hits such as *Beautiful*, *Hairspray*, and *Chicago*, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of *Democracy*. more...
Herbert Wehner
Günther Nollau
Hans-Dietrich Genscher
Herbert Wehner
Günter Guillaume
Richard Thomas, renowned for his extensive and versatile career in television, film, and theater, showcased his talent in Michael Frayn's Democracy on Broadway in 2004. more...
Helmut Schmidt
Willy Brandt
Günther Nollau
See awards and nominations on the Democracy page
Other productions of Democracy
- 2012 West End — Sheffield Theatre Production · Cast
Production Team
Neil Alexander Sound Designer
Michael Blakemore Director
Peter J. Davison Scenic Designer
Mark Henderson Lighting Designer
Sue Wilmington Costume Designer
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