Michael Imperioli joins Jeremy Strong in 'Enemy of the People' Broadway cast
Imperioli will make his Broadway debut in the latest revival of Henrik Ibsen's classic play, which plays the Circle in the Square Theatre from February 27.
Emmy Award-winning actor Michael Imperioli will make his Broadway debut in An Enemy of the People this spring. He joins the previously announced Jeremy Strong, who returns to Broadway in the leading role of Henrik Ibsen's play.
Imperioli will play Peter Stockmann opposite Strong's Dr. Thomas Stockmann. Imperioli is best known for his performance as Christopher on The Sopranos, which earned him an Emmy Award, five additional nominations, and two Golden Globe nominations. More recently, he starred on the second season of The White Lotus, earning another Emmy nomination.
Complete casting has yet to be announced. The newly announced creative team includes scenic designer dots, costume designer David Zinn, lighting designer Isabella Byrd, and sound designer Mikaal Sulaiman.
The production has also newly announced dates and venue information. An Enemy of the People will play the Circle in the Square Theatre for 16 weeks only beginning February 27. Opening night is March 18.
Newly adapted by Pulitzer- and Tony-nominated playwright Amy Herzog and directed by Sam Gold, An Enemy of the People follows Dr. Thomas Stockmann as he exposes contaminated water in his spa town's baths. But instead of being hailed for saving lives, he becomes hated for ruining the town's reputation.
Photo credit: Michael Imperioli. (Photo by Kayla Rocca)
Frequently asked questions
What is An Enemy of the People on Broadway about?
Succession's Jeremy Strong returns to Broadway for the first time since 2008 in Ibsen's drama about small-town scandal. A doctor publicizes poison in the water and is punished for daring to threaten the town's prosperity. Find out more about tickets to this thrilling revival.
Where is An Enemy of the People on Broadway playing?
An Enemy of the People on Broadway is playing at Circle in the Square Theatre. The theatre is located at 235 West 50th Street , New York, 10019.
How long is An Enemy of the People on Broadway?
The running time of An Enemy of the People on Broadway is 2hr. No intermission. There will be one brief pause.
What's the age requirement for An Enemy of the People on Broadway?
The recommended age for An Enemy of the People on Broadway is Ages 12+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for An Enemy of the People on Broadway?
Book tickets for An Enemy of the People on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
Which theatre shows has Jeremy Strong been in?
Jeremy Strong has been on Broadway once before, in 2008's A Man for All Seasons. He also performed in six Off-Broadway plays between 2006 and 2012, including Our House, Defiance, and The Great God Pan.
Who does Jeremy Strong play in An Enemy of the People?
Jeremy Strong stars as Dr. Thomas Stockmann, a doctor in a small town who exposes polluted water in the town's lucrative spa baths and turns the town against him.
Who wrote An Enemy of the People?
Henrik Ibsen wrote An Enemy of the People in 1882. For the 2024 Broadway revival, Amy Herzog adapted Ibsen's script. She is best known for her Pulitzer-nominated play 4000 Miles and for adapting Ibsen's A Doll's House for Broadway in 2023.
How long is An Enemy of the People running on Broadway?
An Enemy of the People is running on Broadway for 16 weeks only in winter 2024. Exact dates have yet to be announced.
Who directed An Enemy of the People?
Sam Gold directs An Enemy of the People on Broadway. He is best known for his Tony-winning direction of Fun Home and Tony-nominated A Doll's House, Part 2. More recently, he directed revivals of King Lear and Macbeth on Broadway.
Is An Enemy of the People appropriate for kids?
An Enemy of the People is recommended for ages 14 and up. The play deals with moral and political issues that may be too mature for young children. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is An Enemy of the People good?
An Enemy of the People is widely regarded as one of Ibsen's masterworks, and this production also features an acclaimed lead actor, adaptor, and director. The production has yet to open, but there is lots of talent involved.
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