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Bill Burr Takes the Stage in Revived Classic “Glengarry Glen Ross”
Bill Burr is currently featuring in the acclaimed play Glengarry Glen Ross, now in its preview phase at the Palace Theatre on Broadway. Originally penned by David Mamet, this play is primarily recognized as a drama. However, the current revival has been eliciting substantial laughter from audiences, a reaction that Burr attributes to the evolving context of the story when viewed through the lens of 2025.
During an appearance on The View, Burr reflected, “When the play was first released, it offered a voyeuristic glimpse into the ruthless world of sales, a reality that many people were not familiar with.” He noted a stark contrast to today’s environment, where the daunting nature of securing a living wage is prevalent amongst workers. “Now, I think it reflects more of a gallows humor. There are lines in the play that, when delivered directly, may not be humorous, yet when witnessed in the flow of the performance, they emerge as genuinely funny,” he emphasized.
The ongoing production of Glengarry Glen Ross has recently been extended for an additional two weeks, with tickets available until Saturday, June 28, 2025. The official opening night for the show is scheduled for Monday, March 31, bringing a renewed excitement to the renowned play.
The cast boasts an impressive lineup, including Emmy, SAG, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice Award-winner Kieran Culkin in the role of “Richard Roma,” alongside Emmy, SAG, Critics Choice Award-winner, and Golden Globe nominee Bob Odenkirk as “Shelley Levene,” marking his Broadway debut. Bill Burr also debuts on Broadway as “Dave Moss,” accompanied by Grammy Award-winner and Academy Award-nominee Michael McKean portraying “George Aaronow,” Donald Webber Jr. as “John Williamson,” Howard W. Overshown as “Baylen,” and SAG Award nominee John Pirruccello as “James Lingk,” also making his debut.
David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Glengarry Glen Ross takes place in a fiercely competitive Chicago real estate office, where four salespeople strive to sell largely worthless properties to unsuspecting clients. The high stakes are underscored by the premise that the top seller wins a car, while the lowest performer faces the harsh reality of job loss, creating a merciless atmosphere where each character is driven to do whatever it takes to succeed.
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