La Bête (2010)

Written by David Hirson
Directed by Matthew Warchus
Cast: Mark Rylance, Joanna Lumley, David Hyde Pierce, Lisa Joyce, Greta Lee, Robert Lonsdale, Michael Milligan, Stephen Ouimette

In the exuberant world of 17th-century France, a renowned playwright, Elomire, finds his rigid artistic principles challenged by the brash and bombastic Valere, a self-proclaimed genius who infiltrates the court. As the two engage in a battle of wits and egos, their clash of artistic visions threatens to upend the very fabric of the theatrical establishment. With biting wit and uproarious humor, "La Bête" delves into the timeless tensions between tradition and innovation, offering a delightful commentary on the nature of art and the human condition.

Theater

Music Box Theatre · Broadway

Closed

January 9, 2011