A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"There’s no doubt that Mantello has made a beautiful, atmospheric production, full of exquisitely calibrated performances."
The New York Times
Helen Shaw
"This Death of a Salesman got deep in my bones, and it’s been a while since a theatrical experience has given me that powerful emotional response that Aristotle called catharsis."
Theatermania
Pete Hempstead
"Nathan Lane is simply brilliant in the harrowing role of Willy."
"The intensity was both enervating and exhausting. The acting, by the entire cast, was superb and the minimal set design contributed to the rawness of the production. And of course, Nathan Lane was nothing short of mesmerizing. "
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Mark F from Pittsburgh on May 10, 2026
Great
"One of the greatest pieces of ensemble acting I have seen in a theatre, done with huge emotional power. I couldn't however see the point of the 'set' --a table and a bunch of chairs looks like a rehearsal room--but the car worked very well"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 6, 2026
Powerful performances by incredible cast
"Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf headline a terrific cast that delivers this American classic in a powerful, visceral performance. The set which is simple/brutalists is also great."
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Dan C from San Francisco on Apr 30, 2026
Is the salesman dead?
"Heck no! Thus performance was fabulous. The acting, directing, scenery,lighting and music were all characters in this play. I was riveted for the almost 3 hours. Don't miss it! It may never come again like this, with this cast!!"
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Nancy G from woodland park on Apr 17, 2026
do not miss
"Amazing show, venue - truly thought-provoking show with exceptional talent. Not to be missed."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 16, 2026
magnificent and heart breaking
"I loved it all from the performances to the set to the underlying musical score"
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paul l from aiken on Apr 14, 2026
Excellent
"It’s a great play and these actors did it justice.
I recommend it to any theater enthusiast or fan of Miller’s work.
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 6, 2026
Taste of reality
"We all know someone like Willy. A bizarre mash up of Ralph Kramden and Wile E. Coyote. Forever the optimist but can't get anywhere because seeing his own shortcomings is beyond him. You root for him and the Loman family but they too have been infected by this virus that leaves them on that hamster wheel. Except for maybe the matriarch played perfectly by L.Metcalf. She painfully stays by his side while understanding she can't save him from himself."
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Angelo C from Stamford on Apr 6, 2026
Magnificent!
"This was one of the best if not, the best performances I have ever went to. We live in the city and we go to many plays. Nathan Lane and LAURIE Metcalf were unbelievable. I have no words. The young Biff and the mature Biff were magnificent. I can’t even believe how wonderful it was. I left there using a lot of tissues, it really hit me and my husband. The performances were unbelievable. Do not hesitate to see this show your jaw will drop. Hurry and go see it before it’s too late. Thank you for the most magnificent performances. The whole cast was tremendous. They were so wonderful. You actually forgot it was Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf on stage. I love them both so much; thank you again broadway.com. It was unbelievable! A MUST SEE!"
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Kathleen P from Staten Island on Mar 27, 2026
Powerful and engaging!
"Arthur Miller’s play comes to life with suburb actors telling an endless tale about life, family, work and love. Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf are pure gold in their roles. It’s every bit worth seeing! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 22, 2026
Excellent show for teens and above
"The acting was amazing. My teens thought it was a great. I would definitely recommend. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 20, 2026
Fantastic acting. Terrific use of sets and mood!
"First of all the performances were just out of this world. Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf, as always at the top of their game the other actors were phenomenal, and I would love to see them in something else again. My son loved the use of the set pieces and how the mood was set up and changed. I do Broadway a lot. This was my first play and just was enrolled every minute. So emotional and so much depth. Go see it."
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Jc V from Coram on Mar 20, 2026
Exceptional cast in an American classic
"The staging of this version is incredible and these actors are the best in their league. But Christopher Abbott, Respect! He was brilliant. I can not recommend it enough. I was initially disappointed that Ben Ahlers wasn't performing in this matinee, but Jack Falahee shocked me with his incredible performance. Not a dry eye in the place when it ended. WOW"
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Doug R from San Francisco on Apr 23, 2026
Intensity
"Nathan Lane's intensity was amazing. How can he play the part two times on a matinee day.
Son and father love/hate relationship was intense, but too long. More could be made of Willy's slow disconnection with a sales career.
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Paul C from ORANGEBURG on Apr 13, 2026
Excellent Show
"I was very surprised by Nathan Lane's excellent portrayal of Willy Loman; I didn't see him in the role but he exceeded my expectations. Laurie Metcalf was wonderful as well. I didn't care for Biff's performance but thought Happy was excellent. All in all it is well worth seeing, although not the best version of this show I have seen."
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Patricia D from New York on Mar 29, 2026
Great show!
"Nathan Lane leads this fabulous cast in recreating this timeless tale. It held my attention the entire time. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 14, 2026
About
Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman is the most nominated play of the year with 9 Tony Award®️ nominations including Best Revival of a Play, Best Leading Actor in a Play (Nathan Lane), Best Featured Actress in a Play (Laurie Metcalf), Best Featured Actor in a Play (Christopher Abbott), Best Direction of a Play (Joe Mantello), Best Original Score (Caroline Shaw), Best Scenic Design of a Play (Chloe Lamford), Best Lighting Design of a Play (Jack Knowles), and Best Sound Design of a Play (Mikaal Sulaiman).
Starring Nathan Lane, Laurie Metcalf, Christopher Abbott, and Ben Ahlers, “Joe Mantello’s perfectly calibrated Salesman lands like a haymaker to the temple. The central quartet weaves something devastating together, with lucid, relentless precision.” – Sara Holdren, New York Magazine
The New York Times Critic’s Pick is now on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre. Best availability in July.
