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Hangmen 2022

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes with one intermission
Ages: 14+
Opened: April 21, 2022
Closing: June 18, 2022

Hangmen - 2022 Broadway History , Info & More

John Golden Theatre (Broadway)
252 West 45th St. New York, NY

From the devilishly inspired mind of Martin McDonagh—Academy Award®–winning writer of THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI—comes HANGMEN, a killer comedy nominated for 5 Tony Awards® including Best Play. What’s Britain’s second-most famous executioner to do now that hanging has been abolished?



Drink, of course. But when a cub reporter and a mysterious stranger turn up at his pub, everything hangs in the balance. HANGMEN marks McDonagh’s seventh play on Broadway, following his Tony-nominated productions of THE PILLOWMAN and THE LIEUTENANT OF INISHMORE. Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Play and Set Design, HANGMEN plays a strictly limited engagement at the Golden Theatre after multiple sold-out engagements in London and Off-Broadway’s Atlantic Theatre Company.


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Review: ‘Hangmen,’ Offering the Last Word in Gallows Humor
9 / 10

That this feeling of disproportion is fainter in the Broadway production than in 2018 may provide a clue to the answer. The cast, with just four holdovers, is certainly better tuned now, and Threlfall makes a big difference. Also successfully amped up for Broadway are the sinister sets and pinpoint costumes by Anna Fleischle. But it's more than that. Four years later, the world feels coarser - perhaps it always does - and not just because death has become much more visible in streets and wards and wars. So has people's indifference to it, and to all kinds of suffering and unfairness. McDonagh's cynicism feels closer to our own, or rather we to it. 'Hangmen' now plays less like a clever exercise and more like news, with an unnerving headline. Garden-variety amorality is not a far throw from violent psychopathology, it reports, or for that matter from what we call justice.

HANGMEN: GALLOWS HUMOR, LITERALLY
8 / 10

Mixing pitch black comedy with genuine terror, Hangman reveals McDonagh at his most technically accomplished, although not his most profound. Overlong at nearly two-and-a-half hours, the play feels like an extended episode of Alfred Hitchcock Presents, complete with twist ending. Despite its longueurs, however, it's wonderfully entertaining, thanks to the playwright's gift for acerbically funny and ever-surprising dialogue, the superb performances by its well-honed ensemble, and Matthew Dunster's marvelous staging that fully immerses you in the morbidly funny proceedings. Anna Fleischle's set design, featuring inventive use of the overhead space, is a stunner. While the first act drags at times, the second barrels along at breakneck pace, the highlight being the unexpected arrival of Pierrepoint himself (John Hodgkinson, stealing the show in just a few minutes), who makes clear his intense unhappiness at the way Harry spoke about him in his interview.

Photos: Alfie Allen Receives Portrait at Sardis
by Bruce Glikas - June 16, 2022


Alfie Allen recently received his portrait at Sardi's! Check out the photos here!

HANGMEN Enters Final Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2022


Martin McDonagh’s new comedy, Hangmen, is about to enter its final three weeks of performances at Broadway’s Golden Theatre.

Words From the Wings: Gaby French on Her Weird Pre-Show Rituals, Backstage British Chocolates, and More!
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2022


Today, we're talking with Gaby French, who plays Shirley in Hangmen, now playing on Broadway! She told us all about her pre-show ritual that consists of a Welsh rugby song, her stash of British chocolates, and more.

VIDEO: Alfie Allen Talks HANGMEN, McDonagh & More on Backstage with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - May 5, 2022


Hangmen got a second chance at Broadway after it was forced to shutter while still in previews back in 2020. Now it's back, and this time around, Alfie Allen joins the company as the mysterious Mooney in Martin McDonagh's new comedy.

VIDEO: HANGMEN Cast Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - April 22, 2022


Martin McDonagh's Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning comedy Hangmen opened just last night at Broadway's Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street). 

Photos: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of HANGMEN
by Bruce Glikas - April 22, 2022


Martin McDonagh's Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning comedy Hangmen opened just last night at Broadway's Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals!

Photos: HANGMEN Company Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - April 22, 2022


Martin McDonagh's Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning comedy Hangmen opened just last night at Broadway's Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos from the curtain call below!

Review Roundup: HANGMEN By Martin McDonagh Opens on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - April 21, 2022


Martin McDonagh's Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning comedy Hangmen opens at Broadway's Golden Theatre tonight! Read the reviews!

Photos: First Look at HANGMEN on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - April 19, 2022


Martin McDonagh's Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning comedy Hangmen is now in previews at Broadway's Golden Theatre. Take a first look at photos from the production.

VIDEO: Alfie Allen Talks HANGMEN on GOOD MORNING AMERICA & NBC New York Live
by Michael Major - April 14, 2022


Alfie Allen appeared on Good Morning America and NBC New York Live yesterday to discuss his Broadway debut in Hangmen. Watch the actor discuss his experience in going from Game of Thrones to Broadway in the new interviews now!

Up on the Marquee: HANGMEN Returns
by Jennifer Broski - April 11, 2022


Martin McDonagh's Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning comedy Hangmen is now in previews at Broadway's Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street). Check out photos of the marquee!

Photos: HANGMEN Cast & Creative Team Arrive at Golden Theatre for First Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 7, 2022


Martin McDonagh’s Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning comedy Hangmen will begin performances at Broadway’s Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street) Friday, April 8, 2022,

HANGMEN Announces Digital Lottery & Rush Policies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 6, 2022


Martin McDonagh’s Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning new comedy Hangmen has announced Digital Lottery and Rush policies. Find out how to get tickets!

Meet the Cast of HANGMEN on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - April 8, 2022


Directed by Matthew Dunster, Martin McDonagh's Hangmen begins previews tonight, Friday, April 8, 2022. The production opens on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Broadway's Golden Theatre for a limited 10-week engagement. Meet the cast here!

HANGMEN on Broadway to Offer $19.65 Tickets for Three Performances Only
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 18, 2022


In celebration of the Broadway premiere of Martin McDonagh’s Olivier Award-winning and New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning new comedy Hangmen, select orchestra and mezzanine tickets will be available for the first three performances (Friday, April 8, Saturday, April 9, and Monday April 11) for $19.65, the year play takes place. 

Breaking: Martin McDonagh's HANGMEN Cancels Broadway Run
by Nicole Rosky - March 20, 2020


BroadwayWorld has just learned that the Royal Court Theatre/Atlantic Theater Company production of Martin McDonagh's new comedy Hangmen will not resume performances at Broadway's Golden Theatre following the suspension of Broadway on March 12, 2020. The Olivier Award-winning Best Play began performances on Saturday, February 28, 2020, played 13 previews and was scheduled to officially open on Thursday, March 19, 2020.

Photo Flash: First Look at Dan Stevens, Mark Addy, Tracie Bennett and More in HANGMEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 11, 2020


Martin McDonagh's Hangmen is currently in previews at Broadway's Golden Theatre!  Directed by Matthew Dunster, Martin McDonagh's Hangmen features Mark Addy (Harry), Tracie Bennett  (Alice), Ewen Bremner (Syd), Owen Campbell (Clegg), Jeremy Crutchley (Inspector Fry), Gaby French (Shirley), Josh Goulding (Hennessy), John Hodgkinson (Pierrepoint), Richard Hollis (Bill), John Horton (Arthur), Ryan Pope (Charlie) and Dan Stevens (Mooney), joined by understudies Sebastian Beacon, Pete Bradbury, Katie Fabel, and Colin McPhillamy.

VIDEO: Dan Stevens Talks His Return to Broadway in HANGMEN
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 2, 2020


On Monday, March 2, a?oeDownton Abbeya?? actor Dan Stevens joined the 3rd hour of TODAY to discuss his role as Peter Mooney in the Broadway show a?oeHangmen.a??

HANGMEN Announces Rush Policy; Previews Begin Tonight
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2020


The Broadway premiere of the Royal Court Theatre/Atlantic Theater Company production of Martin McDonagh's new comedy Hangmen begins previews tonight, Friday, February 28, 2020 at the Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street).

VIDEO: See Dan Stevens & Judi Dench in the Trailer for BLITHE SPIRIT
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 26, 2020


Studiocanal UK has released the trailer for Blithe Spirit, a riotous reimagining of Noël Coward's classic comedy, about love that just won't die. The film stars Dan Stevens who is about to begin performances in Martin McDonagh's Hangmen on Broadway!

Meet the Cast of HANGMEN - Now in Previews on Broadway!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 28, 2020


Hangmen is officially in previews on Broadway! Martin McDonagh's Hangmen marks McDonagh's seventh play to be produced on Broadway and his return to the stage following his BAFTA and Golden Globe Award-winning and Oscar-nominated film Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing, Missouri. Hangmen will officially open on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at Broadway's Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street).

TV: What is HANGMEN All About? The Broadway Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - February 26, 2020


Directed by Matthew Dunster, Martin McDonagh's Hangmen is currently in rehearsals, ready to begin performances on Friday, February 28, 2020, and officially open on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at Broadway's Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street). What is the new play all about?

Hangmen History

Other Productions of Hangmen

2015   West End Original West End Production
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2018   Off-Broadway Atlantic Theater Company US Premiere
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2022   Broadway Broadway Premiere
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Hangmen - 2022 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2022 Drama League Awards Outstanding Direction of a Play Matthew Dunster
2022 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Play Hangmen
2022 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Play Joshua Carr
2022 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Alfie Allen
2022 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play David Threlfall
2022 Tony Awards Best Play Hangmen
2022 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Play Anna Fleischle
2021 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Awards Gaby French

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