SPEED-THE-PLOW Recoups
by Robert Diamond - Jan 29, 2009
The producers of Speed-The-Plow have announced that Neil Pepe?s acclaimed production of David Mamet?s play has recouped its investment. Speed-The-Plow joins the list of the plays of the season that have emerged as ?hits? ? All My Sons and The Seagull. The play recently was re-reviewed and with its stars William H. Macy, Raul Esparza and Elisabeth Moss, it received even more favorable notices:
Norbert Leo Butz Joins SPEED-THE-PLOW Tonight 12/23
by Eddie Varley - Dec 23, 2008
Tony Award winner NORBERT LEO BUTZ will begin performances in the acclaimed production of DAVID MAMET's SPEED-THE-PLOW tomorrow night, Tuesday December 23 at 7 pm. BUTZ will be playing the role of Bobby Gould through Sunday, January 11, 2009.
Norbert Leo Butz Joins SPEED-THE-PLOW 12/23
by Eddie Varley - Dec 22, 2008
Tony Award winner NORBERT LEO BUTZ will begin performances in the acclaimed production of DAVID MAMET's SPEED-THE-PLOW tomorrow night, Tuesday December 23 at 7 pm. BUTZ will be playing the role of Bobby Gould through Sunday, January 11, 2009.
Butz and Macy 'Speed' to Rescue 'PLOW'
by Eddie Varley - Dec 18, 2008
Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz and Emmy Award winner and Academy Award nominee William H. Macy have come to the rescue of the acclaimed production of David Mamet's SPEED-THE-PLOW, in the wake of the unexpected departure of Jeremy Piven.
Butz Steps In For SPEED-THE-PLOW, Piven Back In LA
by Eddie Varley - Dec 18, 2008
The New York Post is giving more details regarding Piven's exit from the show, and reveals that Norbert Leo Butz will step in to help the production for now. Variety reported last night that Jeremy Piven would abruptly end his run in Broadway's Speed-the-Plow, after missing Tuesday evening's performance and a Wednesday matinee.
Piven Exits SPEED-THE-PLOW, Mamet Comments on Illness
by Eddie Varley - Dec 17, 2008
Variety is reporting that Jeremy Piven will abruptly end his run in Broadway's 'Speed-the-Plow,' after missing Tuesday evening's performance and a Wednesday matinee. Sources revealed to Variety that Piven has informed the producers that he hasn't been feeling well and that the condition is attributable to a high mercury count.
Esparza Sings at Saturday Matinee of Speed-the-Plow
by Robert Diamond - Dec 14, 2008
The New York Times reports that those in the audience for the Saturday, December 13 matinee of David Mamet's Speed-the-Plow got a little something extra when a technical problem stopped the show partway through the second scene.
TV: Broadway Beat - Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Speed-The-Plow & Liza!
by Eddie Varley - Nov 1, 2008
You have a front row seat for the hottest events on Broadway with the latest episode of Broadway Beat. Watch highlights of the Elton John 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' Benefit Concert, attend the opening night of Speed-The-Plow and sneak into rehearsal with Liza Minnelli as she gets ready for her upcoming Broadway show!
TV: Sneak Peek at Opening Night of Speed The Plow
by Craig Brockman - Oct 26, 2008
The 20th Anniversary revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow opened on October 23rd at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE (located at 243 West 47th St.) after beginning previews on Friday, October 3, 2008. BroadwayWorld and Broadway Beat were there for all the excitement!
Photo Coverage: SPEED-THE-PLOW Red Carpet Arrivals
by Walter McBride - Oct 24, 2008
The 20th Anniversary revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow opened last night, October 23rd at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE (located at 243 West 47th St.) after beginning previews on Friday, October 3, 2008. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the red carpet arrivals as the stars entered the theater.
Speed-The-Plow Opens Tonight at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2008
The 20th Anniversary revival of DAVID MAMET's Speed-The-Plow is proud to announce it will now begin previews at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE (located at 243 West 47th St.) on Friday, October 3, 2008 with a new official opening set for Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 at 7pm.
Photo Coverage: 'Speed-The-Plow' Meet and Greet
by Walter McBride - Sep 10, 2008
BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were on hand as the cast and creative team of the 20th Anniversary revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow held their 'Meet & Greet'. The show, directed by Neil Pepe, begins previews on October 3rd, 2008 and stars Jeremy Piven, Raul Esparza and Elisabeth Moss.
Speed-The-Plow Moves To Ethel Barrymore; Now Opening 10/23
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 19, 2008
The 20th Anniversary revival of DAVID MAMET's Speed-The-Plow is proud to announce it will now begin previews at the ETHEL BARRYMORE THEATRE (located at 243 West 47th St.) on Friday, October 3, 2008 with a new official opening set for Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 at 7pm.
Speed-The-Plow Announces Performance Schedule Beginning 10/3
by Faetra Petillo - Jul 28, 2008
The 20th Anniversary revival of DAVID MAMET's Speed-The-Plow is set to begin performances on Friday, October 3, 2008 with an official opening set for Sunday, October 26, 2008 at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street).
Speed-The-Plow to Begin Oct. 3 at The Belasco Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 14, 2008
The 20th Anniversary revival of DAVID MAMET's Speed-The-Plow will begin performances on Friday, October 3, 2008 at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street) under the direction of NEIL PEPE (David Mamet's Romance, Ethan Coen's Almost an Evening).
Piven To Star In Mamet's 'Speed', Pepe Will Direct
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2008
In addition to his revival productions of 'American Buffalo', the New York Times is reporting that playwright David Mamet will have a second revival of his 1988 play 'Speed The Plow'
Neil Pepe to Direct 'Speed-the-Plow' Bway Revival?
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2008
Michael Riedel of the New York Post is underlining reports that a revival of David Mamet's Speed-The-Plow is headed to Broadway in the fall. Jeffrey Richards will produce; Neil Pepe to direct.
Photo Flash: 'Speed the Plow' at ACT
by BWW - Jan 22, 2008
American Conservatory Theater presents David Mamet's brisk, cutting comedy on the movie business, Speed-the-Plow, directed by Loretta Greco, returned to A.C.T. after last season's Blackbird.
Polk, Del Negro & Campbell Star in 'Speed-the-Plow' at ACT
by Eugene Lovendusky - Dec 10, 2007
American Conservatory Theater announced the casting today for David Mamet's brisk, cutting comedy on the movie business, Speed-the-Plow, directed by Loretta Greco. The cast features 2007 Drama Desk Award-nominee Andrew Polk, Matthew Del Negro ('The Sopranos'), and Jessi Campbell (A.C.T.'s Blackbird). Speed-the-Plow plays A.C.T. January 4 through February 3. Press night is Wednesday, January 9.
