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Actors Tom Cavanagh, Tony Danza and Michael Longfellow to Star in World Premiere of 'Broken Snow'

Actors Tom Cavanagh, Tony Danza and Michael Longfellow will star in the world premiere of the psychological thriller 'Broken Snow'. The production is scheduled for the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. The play is written by David West Read and directed by Trip Cullman.

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Actors Tom Cavanagh, Tony Danza and Michael Longfellow will appear in the world premiere of the psychological thriller 'Broken Snow' at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. The production is set to run from February 6 to March 10, 2024. The play is written by David West Read and directed by Trip Cullman.

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'Broken Snow' centers on a family gathering that uncovers hidden tensions and secrets. The story explores themes of psychological strain within familial relationships. The cast includes Cavanagh as the family patriarch, Danza as his brother, and Longfellow as a younger relative.

The Geffen Playhouse, located in Westwood, California, serves as the venue for this premiere.

The theater has a history of staging new works by established playwrights. Tickets for the run will be available through the playhouse's website starting in early January 2024. David West Read, the playwright, is known for his work on television series such as 'Schitt's Creek' and 'The Politician'.

Director Trip Cullman has previously directed productions on Broadway and off-Broadway, including 'Chinglish' and 'The Illusion'. Their involvement brings experience from both stage and screen to the project.

The world premiere marks the first full staging of 'Broken Snow' for a live audience.

Psychological thrillers in theater often examine mental states and interpersonal dynamics under pressure. This production affects the actors' schedules, the theater's programming, and audiences seeking new dramatic works in Los Angeles. Following the premiere run, the play may tour or transfer to other venues depending on reception and producer decisions.

No further details on potential extensions have been announced. The Geffen Playhouse continues to support emerging and established theater talent through such premieres.

Key Facts

Tom Cavanagh
stars as family patriarch in 'Broken Snow'
Tony Danza
portrays brother in psychological thriller
Michael Longfellow
plays younger relative in premiere cast
Geffen Playhouse
hosts world premiere from February 6-10, 2024
David West Read
writes the play 'Broken Snow'

Story Timeline

3 events
  1. February 6 to March 10, 2024

    World premiere of 'Broken Snow' runs at Geffen Playhouse with Cavanagh, Danza and Longfellow starring.

    1 source@Variety
  2. Early January 2024

    Tickets for the production become available through the Geffen Playhouse website.

    1 source@Variety
  3. December 2023

    Variety reports casting and details for the 'Broken Snow' world premiere.

    1 source@Variety

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    The production occupies the Geffen Playhouse stage for five weeks, affecting other scheduled shows.

  2. 02

    Positive reception could lead to extensions or transfers for the play.

  3. 03

    Actors' involvement ties up their availability for other projects during the run.

  4. 04

    Audiences in Los Angeles gain access to a new psychological thriller play.

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