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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.

This show is closed.

Performances ended on Sep. 9, 2012.

About the Show

Previews: Mar 6, 2012 • Opening: Apr 1, 2012 • Closing: Sep 9, 2012

Media

Story

What Is the Story of The Best Man?
Set in 1960 at the National Convention in Philadelphia, The Best Man is the story of two presidential candidates hoping to earn their party’s nomination: Secretary William Russell (John Larroquette) and Senator Joseph Cantwell (Eric McCormack). When Cantwell threatens to smear Russell’s reputation with a rumor about his mental health, Russell faces a tough decision. Will he unleash an equally devastating smear on Cantwell to win the presidential ticket, or keep his moral integrity intact even if it means losing the race?

Broadway Plays Stars on Stage Drama

"John Larroquette brings a mix of gravitas and ruefulness to Russell, whose only apparent shortcoming is trouble remaining faithful to his wife."

USA Today

Elysa Gardner

"Director Michael Wilson’s cast is like the U.S. flag — stars of every stripe from film, TV and stage."

New York Daily News

Joe Dziemianowicz

Venue

Schoenfeld Theatre
236 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10036
Hearing Assistance
Assistive listening, handheld captions, and prerecorded audio devices available, free of charge. Photo ID is required.
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair seating available in the orchestra section. There are no steps to the designated wheelchair locations.
Elevators and Escalators
This theater does not have elevators or escalators.
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