Full cast announced for John Lithgow-led 'Giant' on Broadway
Directed by Tony Award winner Nicholas Hytner and written by Olivier Award winner Mark Rosenblatt, Giant stars Lithgow as children's author Roald Dahl.
Summary
- Giant has announced its full cast and creative team
- John Lithgow reprises his role as the children's author Roald Dahl
- Performances begin on March 11
The full cast and creative team has been revealed for the John Lithgow-led Giant, which transfers to Broadway from London's West End and begins performances on March 11 at the Music Box Theatre.
Joining the previously announced Tony and Olivier Award winner Lithgow as Roald Dahl, Aya Cash as Jessie Stone, Olivier Award winner Elliot Levey as Tom Maschler, and Olivier Award nominee Rachael Stirling as Felicity Crosland are Stella Everett as Hallie, David Manis as Wally, and understudies Geoffrey Cantor, Annie Hägg, Eleanor Handley, and Paul O'Brien.
Directed by Tony Award winner Nicholas Hytner and written by Olivier Award winner Mark Rosenblatt, Giant follows children's author Roald Dahl across one summer afternoon at his home, locked in a battle of wills with his US and UK publishers in the wake of a scandal.
The rest of the creative team includes scenic and costume design by Bob Crowley, lighting design by Anna Watson, sound design by Darron L West, and wig, hair, and makeup design by Campbell Young Associates.
Check back for information on Giant tickets on New York Theatre Guide.
Photo credit: Giant in London's West End. (Photo by Manuel Harlan)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Giant on Broadway playing?
Giant on Broadway is playing at Music Box Theatre. The theatre is located at 239 West 45th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How do you book tickets for Giant on Broadway?
Book tickets for Giant on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
What is Giant on Broadway about?
Giant is about children's book illustrator Roald Dahl during a fraught moment of his career that exploded in the press.
Who directed Giant?
Nicholas Hytner (Miss Saigon; The History Boys; One Man, Two Guvnors) directs this new Broadway play.
Who wrote Giant?
Olivier Award winner Mark Rosenblatt wrote this play.
Is Giant appropriate for kids?
The show is recommended for ages 14 and up.
Is Giant good?
Yes: the show won the Olivier Award for Best Play, and Lithgow also won for his leading performance. It also scored rave reviews in London.
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