GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS 2025 Previews

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 12:00am

Always be closing!

A third Broadway revival of David Mamet’s Glengarry Glen Ross starts up tomorrow night (March 10). The star-studded cast is led by newly crowned Oscar winner Kieran Culkin, Bill Burr, Bob Odenkirk, and Michael McKean playing four unscrupulous, potty-mouthed real estate salesmen; also featured are Howard W. Overshown, John Pirruccello, and Donald Webber, Jr. Opening night is March 31 at the Palace Theatre, for a limited run through June 14; directing is Leopoldstadt Tony winner Patrick Marber.

“A group of Chicago real estate salesmen battle ruthlessly for the big deal in David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play.”

Who’s going?

[nycward]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 3:05am

So I was at the Invited Dress this evening. The house was pretty full, perhaps nearly a thousand people. Glengarry Glen Ross needs all 7 actors firing on all cylinders and this cast is really on their way. No doubt after a 3 week preview period this should reach its full potential. I was worried that this production would get lost in the PalaceTheatre as it does seem too large a house for this piece but actually it worked quite well. The sets fill the entire stage and not set in a black void frame as I feared. Yes, I was in the 6th row but it surprisingly all felt comfortable on this large stage. I thought Keiran Culkin would be miscast as Ricky Roma but he blasted through the role in his now inimitable unique style. I'm glad that was the case as I was his guest and it's really tough to pretend enjoyment when it's family:) . Bill Burr and Bob Odenkirk without any stage credits equally played their aggressive desperation to the fullest. It's pure David Mamet without any radical reinterpretation. Funny, hostile, desperate men who all know that their days are numbered as they all chase past glories whether they were ever there to begin with. If that journey through toxic masculinity is what you're expecting you shouldn't be disappointed. 

Updated On: 3/9/25 at 03:05 AM

[Fordham2015]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 7:31am

I was unsure about Kieran as well until I saw A Real Pain- then I thought (on paper) he was a great Roma, glad he delivers. My dad is excited for Odenkirk, not because of Breaking Bad or Better Call Saul but Nobody lol. Look forward to seeing this!

PS Broadway Direct lists running time of 1 hour and 45 minutes including intermission.

Updated On: 3/9/25 at 07:31 AM

[mrshowbiz90210]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 8:25am

Easily the most anticipated production of the season. If it’s between this gem or Boop! It’s Mamet everyday! 

[iluvtheatertrash]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 8:58am

nycward said: "So I was at the Invited Dress this evening. The house was pretty full, perhaps nearly a thousand people. Glengarry GlenRossneeds all 7 actors firing on all cylinders and this cast is really on theirway. No doubtafter a 3 week preview period this should reach its full potential. I was worried that this production would get lost in the PalaceTheatre as it does seem too large a house for this piecebut actually it worked quite well. The sets fill the entire stage and not set in a black void frame as I feared. Yes, I was in the 6th row but it surprisinglyall felt comfortable on thislarge stage. I thought Keiran Culkin would be miscast as Ricky Roma but he blasted through the role in his now inimitable unique style. I'm glad that was the case as I was his guest and it's really tough to pretend enjoyment when it's family:) . Bill Burr and Bob Odenkirk without any stage credits equally played their aggressive desperation to the fullest. It's pure David Mamet without any radical reinterpretation. Funny, hostile, desperate men who all know that their days are numbered as they all chase past glories whether they were ever there to begin with. If that journey throughtoxic masculinity iswhat you're expectingyou shouldn't be disappointed."

Going to your “family member”’s dress rehearsal and posting a review on BroadwayWorld is tacky AF. 

[Bwaygurl2]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 9:15am

I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Sounds like a great show. 

[Kad]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 10:16am

iluvtheatertrash said: "
Going to your “family member”’s dress rehearsal and posting a review on BroadwayWorld is tacky AF."

I’m sorry, but if a production invited that many attendees to the final dress and did not give restriction, they’re confident in the work and clearly expect people to talk about it and build some buzz. And nycward was very positive about the production! 
 

This insistence that giving thoughts on an invited dress is inherently uncouth is just silly. If there is an audience, people should be free to talk about what they saw unless the production has requested otherwise. 

Updated On: 3/9/25 at 10:16 AM

[mrshowbiz90210]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 10:34am

Kad said: "iluvtheatertrash said: "
Going to your “family member”’s dress rehearsal and posting a review on BroadwayWorld is tacky AF."

I’m sorry, but if a production invited that many attendees to the final dress and did not give restriction, they’re confident in the work andclearlyexpect people to talk about it and build some buzz. And nycward was very positive about the production!


This insistencethat giving thoughts on an invited dress is inherently uncouth is just silly. If there is an audience, people should be free to talk about what they saw unless the production has requested otherwise."

 

good point but Boop! Is doing the same thing and one is  about a gesture of courtesy and the other a desperate move to create word of mouth by papering 
 

 

[lala3]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 10:45am

mrshowbiz90210 said: "Kad said: "iluvtheatertrash said: "
Going to your “family member”’s dress rehearsal and posting a review on BroadwayWorld is tacky AF."

I’m sorry, but if a production invited that many attendees to the final dress and did not give restriction, they’re confident in the work andclearlyexpect people to talk about it and build some buzz. And nycward was very positive about the production!


This insistencethat giving thoughts on an invited dress is inherently uncouth is just silly. If there is an audience, people should be free to talk about what they saw unless the production has requested otherwise."



good point but Boop! Is doing the same thing and one is about a gesture of courtesy and the other a desperate move to create word of mouth by papering


"

Yes! Wanting to sell tickets to a production on Broadway in a climate where theatre arts is struggling (even with star studded Broadway shows) is “desperate “ 

[Kad]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 10:51am

Invited dresses have become another part of Broadway marketing strategy. It’s just a fact. 

[poisonivy2]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 11:49am

The night of the Oscars I picked up a $162 ticket for a Monday night in April. Looks like prices have skyrocketed. Good choice.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 12:14pm

The way I've always viewed final dress etiquette:

• If you love it? Shout it from the rooftops. It hurts nobody. Just disclose if you or someone you know gains financially from the production.
• If you hate it or if parts of it didn't work? Keep that to yourself for now because many a good show has had a bad final dress and improved in previews. Every final dress is different. Sometimes it's the first time running without stops, sometimes not.

As for the play:  I'm really curious to see how the Mamet vibe translates nowadays in our current climate. Will it still thrill and move audiences? Will buyers and critics care about these low-life guys?

[ddenoff2]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 1:01pm

I was invited by friends but am not involved.  Was in the first row and certainly was impressed by the cast and especially Kieran who was full-bore indeed.  As the cast continues to their footing in front of the first audiences under Mr Marber’s guidance  I have no doubt this will be a f%*~£ing top selling run.  Also my first time back at the Palace since the lift and kudos to Stewart, Bonnie, the Nederlanders and TSX for quite a feat indeed    Bravo all

Will look forward to seeing it again a bit fsrther back

Updated On: 3/9/25 at 01:01 PM

[mrshowbiz90210]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 1:56pm

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "The way I've always viewed final dress etiquette:

• If you love it? Shout it from the rooftops. It hurts nobody. Just disclose if you or someone you know gains financially from the production.
• If you hate it or if parts of it didn't work? Keep that to yourself for now because many a good show has had a bad final dress and improved in previews. Every final dress is different. Sometimes it's the first time running without stops, sometimes not.

As for the play: I'm really curious to see how the Mamet vibe translates nowadays in our current climate. Will it still thrill and move audiences? Will buyers and critics care about these low-life guys?"

So well said 

[nycward]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 2:08pm

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "The way I've always viewed final dress etiquette:

• If you love it? Shout it from the rooftops. It hurts nobody. Just disclose if you or someone you know gains financially from the production.
• If you hate it or if parts of it didn't work? Keep that to yourself for now because many a good show has had a bad final dress and improved in previews. Every final dress is different. Sometimes it's the first time running without stops, sometimes not.

As for the play: I'm really curious to see how the Mamet vibe translates nowadays in our current climate. Will it still thrill and move audiences? Will buyers and critics care about these low-life guys?"

That is a good point as I also wondered if Mamet's toxic masculinity would translate today...not to mention considering some of his Trumpian views (for lack of a better description.) I think this is where the casting is really quite smart because each of these performers are inherently such likable artists. You do feel empathy for their character"s desperation.

Interesting side note to this topic: I was talking with an agent who also came backstage about the play and he said that some producers have been floating a female casting for Glenngarry with Patti Lupone along with other powerhouse women which sounds like a great idea. Apparently Mamet was okay with the concept but refused to change any pronouns which would be quite weird and confusing. He was so unyielding on that point that it never materialized. Sounds like quite the loss for a terrific reimagining, don't ya all think? This current iteration is still set in the 1980's but with a female cast it would be great to rethink it for today as women are such an integral part of the real estate industry. Barbara Corcoran on steroids anyone?

Updated On: 3/9/25 at 02:08 PM

[Kad]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 2:57pm

I remember the all-female Glengarry being rumored years ago. I’m not surprised that Mamet’s refusal to alter his precious text in any way is the reason why it never materialized. 

[mrshowbiz90210]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 3:57pm

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "The way I've always viewed final dress etiquette:

• If you love it? Shout it from the rooftops. It hurts nobody. Just disclose if you or someone you know gains financially from the production.
• If you hate it or if parts of it didn't work? Keep that to yourself for now because many a good show has had a bad final dress and improved in previews. Every final dress is different. Sometimes it's the first time running without stops, sometimes not.

As for the play: I'm really curious to see how the Mamet vibe translates nowadays in our current climate. Will it still thrill and move audiences? Will buyers and critics care about these low-life guys?"

so well articulated   

[darquegk]

Posted: 3/9/25 at 4:39pm

Speaking of the refusal to change the text; has the "motivational speech" scene from the film been incorporated? I only ask because I know "Coffee is for closers" was on the web site and some merch, which is an odd choice if that scene isn't integrated. Especially given it's probably the most famous thing Mamet ever wrote.