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The Iceman Cometh Revival 2018

Run Time:
Three hours and 50 minutes, with two intermissions
Ages: 6+
Opened: April 26, 2018
Closing: July 01, 2018

The Iceman Cometh - 2018 Broadway History , Info & More

Denzel Washington, two-time Academy Award winner and Tony Award winner, returns to Broadway in one of the signal roles in the American theatre in Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh, for 14 weeks only.

Frank Rich of The New York Times raved, "the word 'masterwork' is not invoked lightly. Eugene O'Neill's tragic vision remains undiminished by time. The Iceman Cometh is a ferocious American classic that has lost none of its power to send one shaking into the middle of the night." Beginning March 22, 2018, Denzel Washington, fresh off his extraordinary sell-out runs in both Fences and A Raisin in the Sun, comes back to the Main Stem in "the greatest American play" (New York Magazine) by "the greatest American playwright" (The Washington Post).

Five-time Tony winner George C. Wolfe directs this strictly limited engagement.

"Before Eugene O'Neill, America had entertainment; after him, it had drama." John Lahr, The New Yorker

"Eugene O'Neill did nothing less than re-invent - or rather invent - the American theater." - Sarah Churchwell, The Guardian

"The Iceman Cometh ranks among the theater's finest works. One final salute to a notable drama by a man who writes with the heart and wonder of a poet." - Brooks Atkinson, The New York Times


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The Iceman Cometh
8 / 10

Yet the cumulative effect of this handsomely decrepit production is bracing. Director George C. Wolfe keeps things moving at a quick clip; not all of the bigger character choices pay off-and some of the actors are hard to hear or understand-but there are performances to savor. (I especially admired Michael Potts as a crapped-out gambler, Bill Irwin as a slick-handed ex-carny and Tammy Blanchard as a hard-nosed streetwalker.) In the end, however, it is Washington's show, and he seizes it with both hands in Hickey's climactic monologue, an aria of eroding self-deception boldly delivered straight to the audience. He takes us into his confidence, even as it crumbles.

‘The Iceman Cometh’ review: Denzel Washington is superb in excellent O’Neill revival
8 / 10

In order words, Hickey (played by Nathan Lane three years ago at BAM) would not appear to be a role destined for Denzel Washington - yet here he is on Broadway giving a first-rate performance in a first-class revival of O'Neill's titanic 1946 tragedy of shattered dreams, hopelessness and inebriation.

VIDEO: George C. Wolfe Talks THE ICEMAN COMETH on Icons and Innovators Series
by Stephi Wild - June 30, 2018


On June 21, Susan Fales-Hill sat down for an intimate conversation with George C. Wolfe, the award-winning director and playwright who returned to Broadway this year with the new production of The Iceman Cometh.

THE ICEMAN COMETH, with Denzel Washington, Takes Final Broadway Bows Today
by Nicole Rosky - July 1, 2018


Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, starring Tony Award winner, two-time Academy Award winner, and 2018 Academy Award nominee Denzel Washington, concludes its limited engagement at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre today, July 1. The show, which earned eight Tony nominations earlier this year, opened on April 26 and has played 28 previews and 67 regular performances.

BWW Interview: Tammy Blanchard Has a Pipe Dream in THE ICEMAN COMETH
by Naomi Serviss - June 25, 2018


In Eugene O'Neill's barroom tragedy, Blanchard gets to play one of her favorite types: 'women who are struggling but really have fight in them."

WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: David Morse
by Nicole Rosky - May 13, 2018


Watch below as David tells us all about want this nomination means to him, how he's preparing for the Tonys, and so much more!

BWW Review: Denzel Washington Stars in George C. Wolfe's Oddly-Energized Mounting of Eugene O'Neill's THE ICEMAN COMETH
by Michael Dale - May 2, 2018


Escaping disillusionment through the comfort of alcohol while clinging to hopeless pipe dreams is rarely depicted with such crackling energy as it is in director George C. Wolfe's puzzling production of Eugene O'Neill's tragedy THE ICEMAN COMETH.

VIDEO: Denzel Washington Talks THE ICEMAN COMETH and His Diverse Career on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2018


Denzel Washington appeared on CBS Sunday Morning to talk about his current run in The Iceman Cometh on Broadway, as well as his incredibly long and diverse career.

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In on Denzel Washington in THE ICEMAN COMETH
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2018


Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, starring Tony Award winner, two-time Academy Award winner, and 2018 Academy Award nominee Denzel Washington opens tonight on Broadway Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

Photo Flash: First Look at Denzel Washington & Company in THE ICEMAN COMETH on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - April 24, 2018


Currently in previews at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street) is Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, starring Tony Award winner, two-time Academy Award winner, and 2018 Academy Award nominee Denzel Washington. Opening night is set for Thursday, April 26 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

Could KING LEAR Be Denzel Washington's Next Broadway Project?
by Julie Musbach - April 20, 2018


Denzel Washington is currently on stage in Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, but apparently he almost took on a different iconic role. In an interview with The New York Times, Washington says it came down to Iceman and King Lear.

TV: Denzel Washington & Company Bringeth THE ICEMAN COMETH Back to Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - April 12, 2018


Currently in previews at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street) is Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, starring Tony Award winner, two-time Academy Award winner, and 2018 Academy Award nominee Denzel Washington. Opening night is set for Thursday, April 26 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

Photo Coverage: Denzel Washington & Company Get Ready for Opening Night of THE ICEMAN COMETH on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - April 11, 2018


Currently in previews at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street) is Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, starring Tony Award winner, two-time Academy Award winner, and 2018 Academy Award nominee Denzel Washington. Opening night is set for Thursday, April 26 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

FREEZE FRAME: THE ICEMAN COMETH Cast Gets Ready for Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - April 11, 2018


Currently in previews at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street) is Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, starring Tony Award winner, two-time Academy Award winner, and 2018 Academy Award nominee Denzel Washington. Opening night is set for Thursday, April 26 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. 

THE ICEMAN COMETH with Denzel Washington Postpones First Preview Performance
by Alan Henry - March 21, 2018


The first preview performance for Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh starring Tony and Oscar-winner Denzel Washington has been postponed by a day and will now take place on Friday, March 23rd at 7 PM. The production's opening night is currently set for April 26, 2018.

Meet the Cast of THE ICEMAN COMETH- Now in Previews!
by Julie Musbach - March 23, 2018


The Iceman Cometh begins previews tonight at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!

The Box Office is Now Open for Denzel Washington's Broadway Return in THE ICEMAN COMETH
by Stephi Wild - February 5, 2018


The box office of the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street) officially opens today, Monday, February 5 at 10:00 AM for Eugene O'Neill's ferocious American classic, The Iceman Cometh, starring Tony Award winner, two-time Academy Award winner, and 2018 Academy Award nominee Denzel Washington.

Bill Irwin, David Morse, & More Join Denzel Washington in THE ICEMAN COMETH; Casting Announced!
by Julie Musbach - January 25, 2018


Two-time Academy Award® and Tony Award® winner Denzel Washington will soon be on stage in Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh, directed by five-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe. BroadwayWorld has just learned the full cast of actors who will be joining him!

Tammy Blanchard Joins Denzel Washington in THE ICEMAN COMETH On Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - January 18, 2018


According to Deadline, Tammy Blanchard has joined the cast of Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh starring Tony and Oscar-winner Denzel Washington. Blanchard will play Cora. Additional casting has not yet been announced.

Up on the Marquee: THE ICEMAN COMETH Starring Denzel Washington
by Walter McBride - December 26, 2017


Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh starring Tony and Oscar-winner Denzel Washington will play the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre beginning March 22nd, 2018. The production's opening night is currently set for April 26, 2018. Check out photos of the marquee below!

VIDEO: All Rise! Denzel Washington Stars as Civil Rights Attorney ROMAN J. ISRAEL, ESQ.
by Caryn Robbins - October 5, 2017


All rise. This November, Academy Award and Tony winner Denzel Washington is Roman J. Israel, Esq. Written and directed by Dan Gilroy, the dramatic thriller also stars Colin Farrell.

Up on the Marquee: THE ICEMAN COMETH with Denzel Washington
by Walter McBride - October 4, 2017


Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh starring Tony and Oscar-winner Denzel Washington will play the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre beginning March 22nd, 2018. The production's opening night is currently set for April 26, 2018.

Denzel Washington Led THE ICEMAN COMETH Coming to Broadway This Spring
by Alan Henry - August 20, 2017


BroadwayWorld has just learned that a production of Eugene O'Neill's THE ICEMAN COMETH will play the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre beginning March 22nd, 2018. The production's opening night is currently set for April 26, 2018.

The Iceman Cometh History

Other Productions of The Iceman Cometh

1946   Broadway
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1956   Off-Broadway
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1973   Broadway
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1985   Broadway
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1999   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2015   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway
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2018   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
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The Iceman Cometh - 2018 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play David Morse
2018 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Denzel Washington
2018 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play The Iceman Cometh
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play David Morse
2018 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Play Ann Roth
2018 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play George C. Wolfe
2018 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Play Jules Fisher
2018 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play David Morse
2018 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Denzel Washington
2018 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play The Iceman Cometh
2018 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Play Santo Loquasto
2018 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Play Dan Moses Schreier

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