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Michael Urie and Harvey Fierstein Introduce Torch Song

Fierstein’s legendary drama returns to the stage.

Michael Urie takes on the leading role in Harvey Fierstein's Tony-winning drama Torch Song.
Michael Urie takes on the leading role in Harvey Fierstein's Tony-winning drama Torch Song.
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The cast of Harvey Fierstein's Torch Song met the press on September 19. Directed by Moisés Kaufman, the production will begin previews September 26 in advance of an October 19 opening at Second Stage Theater's Tony Kiser Theater.

Mercedes Ruehl and Michael Urie play mother and son in Torch Song.
Mercedes Ruehl and Michael Urie play mother and son in Torch Song.
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Torch Song stars Michael Urie as Arnold Beckoff and Academy Award and Tony Award winner Mercedes Ruehl as Ma, as well as Jack DiFalco as David, Ward Horton as Ed, Roxanna Hope Radja as Laurel, and Michael Rosen as Alan.

The cast of Torch Song: Ward Horton, Roxanna Hope Radja, Jack DiFalco, Michael Urie, Mercedes Ruehl, and Michael Rosen.
The cast of Torch Song: Ward Horton, Roxanna Hope Radja, Jack DiFalco, Michael Urie, Mercedes Ruehl, and Michael Rosen.
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A collection of three plays, Torch Song Trilogy opened on Broadway at the Little Theatre (now the Helen Hayes) on June 10, 1982, where it enjoyed a groundbreaking run, earning Tony Awards for Best Play and Best Actor in a Play (Fierstein) and running for 1,222 performances, closing on May 19, 1985. In the work, "It's 1979 in New York City and Arnold Beckoff is on a quest for love, purpose and family. He's fierce in drag and fearless in crisis, and he won’t stop until he achieves the life he desires."

Director Moisés Kaufman and playwright Harvey Fierstein join their company for a photo.
Director Moisés Kaufman and playwright Harvey Fierstein join their company for a photo.
(© David Gordon)

The production features scenic design by David Zinn, costume design by Clint Ramos, lighting design by David Lander, sound design by Fitz Patton, hair design by Charles G. LaPointe, and makeup design by Joe Dulude II.

For tickets and more information, click here.

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Closed: December 9, 2017