Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus
| Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus | |
|---|---|
| Written by | Taylor Mac |
| Date premiered | April 21, 2019 |
| Place premiered | Booth Theatre |
| Original language | English |
Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus is a play written by Taylor Mac. The play is set in the aftermath of William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus. The play premiered on Broadway in April 2019 starring Nathan Lane and received seven Tony Award nominations.
Production
[edit]The play premiered on Broadway at the Booth Theatre in previews on March 11, 2019 and officially on April 21. The cast consisted of Nathan Lane (Gary), Kristine Nielsen (Janice), and Julie White (Carol). The production was directed by George C. Wolfe and produced by Scott Rudin, with scenic design by Santo Loquasto, costume design by Ann Roth, and lighting design by Jules Fisher and Peggy Eisenhauer.[1]
Andrea Martin was originally set to appear in the production, but withdrew due to injury. Her role was assumed by Nielsen, while White was cast in Nielsen's former role.[2]
The play received seven Tony Award nominations, including for Best Play and Best Featured Actress in a Play (White and Nielsen).[3]
The play closed on June 16, 2019 after 45 previews and 65 regular performances.[4]
Overview
[edit]The play is set in 400. Two servants, Gary and Janice, are cleaning up the bodies after the devastation of the civil war is over.
References
[edit]- ^ Clement, Olivia (21 April 2019). "Taylor Mac's Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus, Starring Nathan Lane, Opens on Broadway". Playbill. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
- ^ "Nathan Lane & Andrea Martin to Star in Taylor Mac's Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus on Broadway". Broadway.com. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
- ^ McPhee, Ryan (30 April 2019). "2019 Tony Award Nominations: Hadestown and Ain't Too Proud Lead the Pack". Playbill. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
- ^ Clement, Olivia. " 'Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus' to Close on Broadway" Playbill, June 11, 2019