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Get ready for a glamorous and enthralling journey in this adaptation of Agatha Christie’s masterpiece. On a train traveling through Europe, a wealthy American tycoon is found dead in his compartment, the door locked from the inside. Enter world-famous detective Hercule Poirot, who must navigate a train full of suspects and solve the murder before the killer strikes again. With humor and romance, Tony Award–nominated playwright Ken Ludwig takes audiences on a thrill ride in a spectacular production whose gorgeous designs and innovative staging are a true knockout.

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Murder on the Orient Express

Old Globe Theatre

**Good Night, Oscar at Asolo Repertory Theatre**

**Date:** March 21 - April 27, 2024  
**Previews:** April 2 & 3, 2024  
**Directed by:** Peter Amster  
**Written by:** Doug Wright  

Asolo Repertory Theatre is thrilled to announce the regional premiere of "Good Night, Oscar," a play that delves into the complex life of Oscar Levant, a multi-talented figure known for his roles in "An American in Paris" and "The Band Wagon." Levant, celebrated for his wit and musical genius, also struggled with his mental health, making him a captivating yet controversial figure in American entertainment.

"Good Night, Oscar" explores the thin line between genius and insanity through the lens of Levant's life, particularly focusing on his tumultuous 1958 appearance on The Tonight Show. This appearance threatened to either cement his legacy or unravel his career. Directed by the acclaimed Peter Amster and penned by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright, the play promises a journey through Levant's most pivotal moments, filled with brilliant piano performances, fearless truth-telling, and a glimpse into the mind of a man who was both a genius and a "neurotic mess."

The play has received rave reviews for its Broadway run, with Entertainment Weekly highlighting it as a "gold mine of witticisms." This production is a must-see for anyone fascinated by the golden age of Hollywood, the brilliance of Oscar Levant, and the eternal dance between creativity and chaos.

For tickets and more information, please contact the Asolo Repertory Theatre Box Office at 941.351.8000 or visit patronservicesasolo.org. Don't miss this brilliant exploration of one of entertainment's most enigmatic figures.

Peter Amster

Director

Events

Upcoming events

2 - 26 Apr, 2025

Good Night, Oscar · Asolo Repertory Theatre

Past events

Sep 7 - Oct 6, 2024

Murder on the Orient Express · The Old Globe

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