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Broadway Revival of 'Glengarry Glen Ross' Opens to Praise for Cast but Criticism of Venue and Themes

Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk, and Bill Burr lead a star-studded production at the Palace Theatre, with mixed reactions to its staging and adherence to the original script.

Overview

  • The latest revival of David Mamet's 'Glengarry Glen Ross' officially opened on March 31, 2025, at the Palace Theatre in New York City, running through June 28, 2025.
  • Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk, and Bill Burr deliver standout performances, with Odenkirk's nuanced portrayal of Shelley Levene and Burr's fiery Broadway debut as Dave Moss earning particular praise.
  • The production, directed by Tony Award winner Patrick Marber, retains the play's original language, including controversial racial and ethnic slurs, which has drawn criticism in contemporary contexts.
  • Critics have highlighted the challenges posed by the Palace Theatre's large venue, which they argue diminishes the play's intended intimacy and tension.
  • While the revival captures Mamet's sharp dialogue and themes of greed and corruption, some reviews note that it lacks deeper exploration of its dated themes and moral complexities.

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