Sean Hayes to Make West End Debut in Good Night, Oscar

Will & Grace star Sean Hayes is set to reprise his Tony Award-winning role in Good Night, Oscar, marking his debut in the West End this summer.

Limited Engagement at the Barbican Theatre

The Barbican Theatre will host a limited seven-week run of Hayes’ acclaimed play, direct from Broadway, from July 31 to September 21.

Exploring the Life of Oscar Levant

In Good Night, Oscar, penned by playwright Doug Wright, Hayes embodies Oscar Levant, a Hollywood actor and concert pianist renowned as one of the most subversive wits of television’s Golden Age.

A Captivating Plot

The plot unfolds in 1958, where Jack Paar hosts the most popular late-night talk show on television. His favorite guest? The unpredictable Oscar Levant. Known for his sharp one-liners, Oscar famously quips, “There’s a fine line between genius and insanity; I have erased this line.” Tonight, he will demonstrate just that during a live national TV appearance that will leave a lasting impression on Paar’s audience and all of America.

Hayes’ Excitement for the West End

“It’s thrilling to be making my West End debut at the Barbican this summer with Good Night, Oscar,” Hayes expressed. “I’m eager to introduce one of the all-time greats, Oscar Levant, to the U.K.”

Anticipating Audience Reception

“The response we received on Broadway was incredible, and I hope British audiences will appreciate the rich history of this fascinating man—a multifaceted pioneer, from concert pianist to infamous raconteur. It’s an honor to bring this production to London,” he added.

Wright’s Enthusiasm for the Production

Wright shared, “Good Night, Oscar was one of my very happiest Broadway experiences and a richly satisfying collaboration with the celebrated Sean Hayes and our director Lisa Peterson. I can’t wait to introduce the irascible, indefatigable whirlwind that was Oscar Levant to London audiences. He’d be thrilled to play the Barbican, even posthumously.”

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Persons

Sean Hayes, Doug Wright, Jack Paar, Oscar Levant, Lisa Peterson

Company Names

Barbican Theatre

Titles

Good Night, Oscar

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