Match

Opened: 8 Apr 2004
Written by: Stephen Belber
Cast: Frank Langella , Ray Liotta, Jane Adams
Directed by: Nicholas Martin
Synopsis: A husband and wife arrive on the doorstep of a once renowned dancer to interview him about his past. By night's end what they have learned will change them all forever.

What the critics had to say.....

BEN BRENTLEY of the NEW YORK TIMES says �All foreplay and no follow-through.� Howard Kissel of NEW YORK DAILY NEWS says it �Uproariously funny, enthralling theater.� ELYSA GARDNER of USA TODAY says �Frank Langella gives one of the most memorable performances of a distinguished career� LINDA WINER of NEWSDAY says "Improbable but nimble little feel-good suspense sitcom." FRANK SCHECK of THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER says "Smartly plotted, highly amusing play." MICHAEL SOMMERS of STAR-LEDGER says "Langella's marvelous performance fans a mere "Match" into a bonfire." ROMA TORRE of NY1 speaking of Frank Langella says "magnificent performance that is quite simply unmatched." MICHAEL KUCHWARA of Associated Press says "Frank Langella, ...makes "Match" occasionally strike theatrical fire"

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