Henry Goodman to Star in The Hypochondriac at London's Almeida

Henry Goodman is set to star in Moliére's The Hypochondriac at the Almeida Theatre in London. The production, directed by Lindsay Posner, is scheduled to run from November 10 through January 7.

The Hypochondriac centers on Argan Goodman, a man so greedily obsessed by his own imaginary ailments, he can no longer control his chaotic household or the mercenary medics he employs. With doctors determined to grow fat from the profits of his condition, Argan's closest relatives battle to show him the truth of his situation. Using elaborate trickery, they strive to cure the real disease from which he suffers.

Goodman appeared on Broadway in Art, The Producers and Tartuffe. He is a two-time Olivier Award winner, having taken home honors for his performances in The Merchant of Venice and Assassins. His other theatrical credits include Hysteria, Broken Glass, Guys and Dolls, Chicago, Angels in America, Feelgood, Follies and The Birthday Party. Goodman's film credits include Notting Hill, Mary Reilly, Private Parts, The Saint, The Life and Death of Peter Sellers and Out On a Limb.

The production of The Hypochondriac at the Almeida will utilize a new version of the play by Richard Bean. The mounting will be designed by Giles Cadle with lighting by Jean Kalman, music by Matthew Scott, sound by John Leonard and movement by Scarlett Mackmin.