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The Best Man

The Best Man at Gerald Schoenfeld Theater

Why see The Best Man?

A play about power, ambition, political secrets, ruthlessness and the race for the presidency, Gore Vidal’s The Best Man is set at the national convention where two candidates are vying for their party’s nomination during the primary season.

It's an inside look at the dirt-digging, double-dealing, triple-crossing chicanery of presidential electioneering…and what could be more fun in a Presidential campaign season than these theatrical fireworks.

Key Information

Audience

The Best Man is suitable for audiences aged 12 and older. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

Run Time

Two hours and 40 minutes, which includes an intermission.

Dates

Finished Sep 9, 2012

Cast

James Earl Jones
John Larroquette
Elizabeth Ashley
Kristin Davis
Jefferson Mays
Mark Blum
Cybill Shephard
John Stamos

 

Creative

Written by: Gore Vidal
Direction: Michael Wilson
Scenic Design: Derek McLane
Costume Design: Ann Roth
Lighting DesignKenneth Posner

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