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I Need That Broadway

I Need That 2023

Ages: 13+
Opened: November 2, 2023
Closing: December 30, 2023

I Need That - 2023 Broadway History , Info & More

Sam doesn’t get out much. Actually, he doesn’t get out at all, opting instead for the safety of his house in the company of his things—his many, many things. But when a notice from the government arrives alerting Sam that he must clean up his property or face eviction, he’s forced to reckon with what’s trash, what’s treasure, and whether we can ever know the difference between the two.

Danny DeVito returns to Roundabout Theatre Company in I Need That, starring alongside his daughter, Lucy DeVito, and Ray Anthony Thomas in a deeply human new comedy from playwright Theresa Rebeck and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel, the team behind Bernhardt/Hamlet.


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR I Need That

I Need That Does Not Spark Joy
5 / 10

In Theresa Rebeck’s I Need That — which makes its 100-minute run time feel as stretched out as the waistband of an old pair of sweatpants — Danny DeVito is Character B, or Sam. His daughter, Lucy DeVito, is also his daughter onstage, a.k.a. Character A, or Amelia. Sam, a big fan of old sweatpants, isn’t quite a hoarder, but he’s close. He doesn’t go outside, his house is bursting with heaps and heaps of “junk” (according to Amelia) or “treasure” (according to him), and it’s bad enough that the neighbors have called the authorities. “The fire department is coming,” says Amelia anxiously, as she says everything, “and they’re going to condemn the place and tell the health department to throw you out if you don’t do something.” A says, “Clean up!” B says, “No!” In the words of Mortal Kombat: “Fight.”

I NEED THAT: A PLAY ABOUT HOARDING NOT CLUTTERED BY NUANCE
6 / 10

Sure, there are actors so good you would pay to see them read the phone book. But how many are there that you would pay to watch them play a board game? Off hand, I can think of only one: Danny DeVito, who turns a solo game of Sorry into the comic highlight of Theresa Rebeck’s new play I Need That, now receiving its world premiere on Broadway courtesy of the Roundabout Theater Company.

Arnold Schwarzenegger Visits TWINS Co-Star Danny DeVito at I NEED THAT
by Blair Ingenthron - December 30, 2023


Twins stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito reunited at I NEED THAT over the holidays. Check out a photo of the reunion here.

Video: Get a Backstage Look at I NEED THAT's 90- Second Scene Change
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 29, 2023


Get a backstage look at I Need That on Broadway's 90-second scene change!

I NEED THAT Starring Danny DeVito Enters Final 3 Weeks of Performances on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel, is now in its final three weeks of performances off-Broadway.

Video: Watch Highlights of Danny and Lucy DeVito in I NEED THAT on Broadway
by Show Highlights - November 13, 2023


In this video, check out highlights from Roundabout Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck.

How Often Have Parents and Children Appeared in the Same Broadway Show?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - November 12, 2023


This time, the reader question was: Have parents and children appeared in the same Broadway show together, before Danny DeVito and Lucy DeVito in I Need That?

Photos: Rhea Perlman, Mark Ruffalo And More Turn Out As I NEED THAT Opens On Broadway!
by Bruce Glikas - November 7, 2023


The best of Broadway was on hand at the American Airlines Theatre last night, where Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated opening night of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel. See the photos!

Video: Recap the Works of Theresa Rebeck
by Sidney Paterra - November 3, 2023


Just last night, Broadway welcomed the latest work from one of the industry's most prolific and widely produced playwrights, Theresa Rebeck. I Need That, starring Danny and Lucy DeVito, marks her fifth Broadway play, though the scope of her work is much wider. 

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of I NEED THAT on Broadway
by Opening Night - November 3, 2023


In this video, watch as we take you inside opening night of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel. 

Photos: Tony Danza, Mark Ruffalo, and More Celebrate Opening Night of I NEED THAT
by Bruce Glikas - November 3, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel. BroadwayWorld was there backstage and at the after party. Check out photos here of all the stars including a TAXI reunion!

Photos: The Cast of I NEED THAT Takes Their Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - November 3, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel. The show officially opened last night, November 2. Check out photos of the cast taking their bows here!

Review Roundup: I NEED THAT Starring Danny DeVito Opens On Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 2, 2023


Read the reviews for I Need That starring Danny DeVito on Broadway.

Photos: See Danny DeVito & More Celebrate Opening Night of I NEED THAT
by Bruce Glikas - November 2, 2023


See photos from the opening night red carpet of I Need That starring Danny DeVito!

I NEED THAT Starring Danny DeVito Opens on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 1, 2023


Danny DeVito returns to Broadway in the Roundabout Theatre Company world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel, which opens on Thursday, November 2.

Photos: First Look At Danny DeVito and Cast In I NEED THAT On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - October 19, 2023


See production photos from Roundabout Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel, starring Danny DeVito.

World Premiere of I NEED THAT Starring Danny DeVito Extended for One Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 13, 2023


The world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel has been extended for one week at Roundabout Theatre Company.

Meet the Cast of I NEED THAT, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - October 13, 2023


Danny DeVito returns to Roundabout Theatre Company in I Need That, starring alongside his daughter, Lucy DeVito, and Ray Anthony Thomas. The production begins previews tonight, October 13. Meet the cast of I Need That here!

VIDEO: Watch Danny DeVito, Lucy DeVito, and Ray Anthony Thomas Discuss I NEED THAT
by Blair Ingenthron - October 8, 2023


Watch the cast discuss I NEED THAT on Broadway, which begins previews on Friday, October 13 here!

Video: Danny and Lucy DeVito Get Ready to Bring I NEED THAT to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - September 14, 2023


In this video, watch as we check in with the company of Roundabout Theatre Company's next Broadway play, the world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck.

Photos: Meet the Cast of Roundabout's I NEED THAT on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - September 13, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company will soon present the world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel. Check out photos of the cast as they meet the press!

Up on the Marquee: I NEED THAT
by Jennifer Broski - August 18, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company will soon present the world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel. Check out photos of the Broadway marquee here!

Danny DeVito Led I NEED THAT on Broadway Sets Dates & Creative Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 31, 2023


Don't miss out on the highly-anticipated Broadway debut of 'I NEED THAT' starring Danny DeVito. Find out all the details about the show's performances starting in October and get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Danny DeVito Will Return to Broadway in Theresa Rebeck's I NEED THAT; Roundabout Announces 2023-2024 Season
by Nicole Rosky - March 21, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the Broadway and Off-Broadway line-up for the 2023-2024 season. Check out all the details on who, what, when, and where!

I Need That FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long has I Need That been running on Broadway?
I Need That opened at the American Airlines Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Nov 02, 2023 and has now been running for 1 month.
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When: 9am on the day of the performance
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I Need That History

Other Productions of I Need That

2023   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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I Need That - 2023 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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2024 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Danny DeVito

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