Set Designer

Rome trembles under Scarpia’s iron fist. Only the diva Tosca dares defy him – but in a corrupt world, love is no match for power. This high-stakes love story, with its sweepingly romantic score, is staged at Glyndebourne for the first time.

Tosca

Glyndebourne

Kidnapped by pirates and sold into a harem, Konstanze and Blonde plot their escape. But when hope seems lost, help comes from an unexpected quarter. In Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio) Mozart’s colourful score is perfectly matched by David McVicar’s gorgeous, tender staging, set in the sun-filled gardens and shady terraces of an 18th-century palace.

Die Entführung aus dem Serail

Lincoln Center Theater proudly presents "MCNEAL," a groundbreaking new play by Pulitzer Prize-winner Ayad Akhtar, directed by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher. This compelling production stars Academy Award winner Robert Downey Jr. in his Broadway debut, offering audiences a unique and powerful theatrical experience.

"MCNEAL" delves into the complex life of Jacob McNeal, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr., a celebrated writer and Nobel Prize contender. The narrative explores McNeal's tumultuous relationship with his estranged son, his latest novel, unresolved conflicts, and his unsettling obsession with Artificial Intelligence. Through Akhtar's sharp and insightful writing, the play examines the profound humanity and growing inhumanity intertwined in the stories we create and share.

The production is set to begin previews on September 5, with official tickets now available for purchase on Telecharge.com. This highly anticipated event will take place at the esteemed Beaumont Theater, known for its intimate setting and exceptional acoustics, promising an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Additional casting for "MCNEAL" will be announced, promising a talented ensemble that will bring this intricate story to life. The creative team behind this production includes notable figures such as Michael Yeargan & Jake Barton for set design, Jennifer Moeller for costume design, Donald Holder for lighting design, and Justin Ellington & Beth Lake for sound design, ensuring a visually and aurally immersive experience.

Don't miss the opportunity to witness Robert Downey Jr.'s captivating Broadway debut in "MCNEAL" this fall at the Lincoln Center Theater. This thought-provoking play promises to be a highlight of the theatrical season, exploring the essence of storytelling and the human condition in the digital age.

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Mcneal

Lincoln Center

Bollywood meets Baroque in this utterly original retelling of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar’s tempestuous love affair.
Handel’s masterpiece, full of seduction, dazzling spectacle and vocal fireworks, is given the all-singing, all-dancing treatment in this Glyndebourne classic.

Set Designer

Jake Barton

Events

Past events

4 - 30 Aug, 2026

Tosca · Glyndebourne

Jul 31 - Aug 28, 2026

Die Entführung aus dem Serail · Glyndebourne

Future and recently performed repertoire

Actor in Tosca by Puccini

Glyndebourne

Actor in Die Entführung aus dem Serail by Mozart

Glyndebourne

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