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Misery 2015

Run Time:
One hour and 30 minutes, with no intermission
Opened: November 15, 2015
Closing: February 14, 2016

Misery - 2015 Broadway History , Info & More

Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway)
235 W. 44th St. New York, NY

Two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis will makes his Broadway debut opposite three-time Emmy Award winner and two-time Tony Award nominee Laurie Metcalf in MISERY.

MISERY, written by two-time Academy Award-winner William Goldman (The Princess Bride, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid) who wrote the screenplay for the Academy Award-winning film and based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, is directed by Will Frears (Omnium Gatherum).

Successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon (Bruce Willis) is rescued from a car crash by his "Number One Fan," Annie Wilkes (Laurie Metcalf), and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is convalescing, Annie reads the manuscript to his newest novel and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new "Misery" novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. The irate Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it, and if he does not make her deadline, it will.


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PREVIEW Misery - 2015 - Broadway

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Theater Review: Bruce Willis on Broadway, With Misery
6 / 10

That the play, borrowing heavily on the movie, is neatly plotted does not mean it is structurally satisfying. Basically it has only two actions, which keep alternating: Sheldon develops a plan, and Annie foils it. The movie, with its variety of shots and its focus on details, could disguise that endless tick-tock, but onstage the drama flattens out and separates.

Misery review – Bruce Willis sighs hard in stage chiller
4 / 10

When Misery cooks, it is in the Grand Guignol moments, particularly the scene of hobbling, so why not go ahead and make that Guignol so much grander, sillier, more deliciously absurd? Had the violence been increased, as well as the comedy and the sense of sexual sublimation, Misery might have been a real scream.

STAGE TUBE: Stephen King Shares His Thoughts on MISERY on Broadway
by Nora Dominick - February 12, 2016


Have you ever wanted to know what Stephen King thinks about his own novel MISERY coming to Broadway starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf? Well, you don't need to dream any longer! Check out the video below where Stephen King shares his Top 5 Reasons for Seeing Misery on Broadway!

BWW Flashback: MISERY, Starring Bruce Willis & Laurie Metcalf, Concludes Thrilling Broadway Run Today
by BWW Special Coverage - February 14, 2016


The smash-hit suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf, concludes its limited 16-week engagement today, Sunday, February 14, 2016 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street). Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a look back at the show's thrilling Broadway run!

TV: Stephen King MISERY on Broadway's Biggest Fan
by Nicole Rosky - February 1, 2016


Renowned author Stephen King stopped by the Broadhurst Theatre last week to see the currently-running Broadway production of Misery, an adaptation of his celebrated 1987 horror novel. King went backstage to surprise stars Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf, and you can check out what went down below!

Photo Flash: Stephen King Visits Broadway Cast of MISERY Backstage!
by Louisa Brady - January 29, 2016


Beloved author Stephen King stopped by the Broadhurst Theatre last night to see the currently-running Broadway production of MISERY, an adaptation of his celebrated 1987 horror novel. King went backstage to surprise stars Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf, and you can check out the photo here!

VIDEO: MISERY's Laurie Metcalf Talks Of Finding The Humanity In Stephen King's Infamous Number One Fan
by Michael Dale - January 25, 2016


Metcalf is joined by MISERY cast-mate Leon Addison Brown, director Will Frears, Music/Sound Designer Michael Friedman and producer Mark Kaufman.

Photo Flash: Aaron Tveit, Laurie Metcalf Visit the Bravo Clubhouse
by Caryn Robbins - January 22, 2016


Laurie Metcalf, currently starring opposite Bruce Willis in MISERY on Broadway, and Aaron Tveit, star of FOX's upcoming broadcast of GREASE: LIVE! stopped by THE WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE clubhouse last night. 

VIDEO: Aaron Tveit & Laurie Metcalf Visit the Bravo Clubhouse; Watch Clips!
by Caryn Robbins - January 22, 2016


Laurie Metcalf, currently starring opposite Bruce Willis in MISERY on Broadway, and Aaron Tveit, star of FOX's upcoming broadcast of GREASE: LIVE! stopped by THE WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE clubhouse last night.

DVR Alert: MISERY's Laurie Metcalf & GREASE LIVE's Aaron Tveit Visit Bravo Tonight
by TV News Desk - January 21, 2016


Bravo has announced that Laurie Metcalf, currently starring opposite Bruce Willis in MISERY on Broadway, and Aaron Tveit, star of FOX's upcoming broadcast of GREASE: LIVE! will visit THE WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE clubhouse tonight, January 21, 2016.

MISERY's Laurie Metcalf & GREASE LIVE's Aaron Tveit to Visit Bravo, 1/21
by Caryn Robbins - January 14, 2016


Bravo has announced that Laurie Metcalf, currently starring opposite Bruce Willis in MISERY on Broadway, and Aaron Tveit, star of FOX's upcoming broadcast of GREASE: LIVE! will visit THE WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE clubhouse on Thursday, January 21, 2016.

PHOTO: Bruce Willis Hangs Out with His Broadway Babies Backstage at MISERY
by Caryn Robbins - January 12, 2016


Emma Heming-Willis, wife of actor Bruce Willis, took to Instagram to share an adorable photo of her husband hanging out with their two young daughters, Mabel Ray, 3, and Evelyn Penn, 20 months, backstage at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre

MISERY Scenic Designer David Korins Set for Live Periscope Q&A Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - December 22, 2015


PERISCOPE with MISERY's scenic designer!

VIDEO: MISERY's Bruce Willis on Working with Laurie Metcalf: 'I Have to Find Ways to Not Start Cracking Up'
by Caryn Robbins - December 21, 2015


Bruce Willis stopped by today's LIVE to talk about making his Broadway debut opposite Laurie Metcalf in MISERY.

DVR Alert: MISERY's Bruce Willis Set for Today's 'LIVE'
by TV News Desk - December 21, 2015


LIVE WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL welcomes Bruce Willis to the show today, December 21, to speak about making his Broadway debut in MISERY. In addition, the cast of 'Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic' performs for the 'LIVE' audience.

VIDEO: Bruce Willis & Laurie Metcalf Go Behind-the-Scenes of MISERY on 'GMA'
by Caryn Robbins - December 18, 2015


Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf star in the Broadway stage adaptation of the Stephen King novel MISERY. 'There's no stopping, it's all live,' says Willis of his Broadway debut.

DVR Alert: GMA Goes Behind-the-Scenes of Broadway's MISERY Today
by TV News Desk - December 18, 2015


Today, December 18, ABC's GOOD MORNING AMERICA will go behind the scenes of Broadway's MISERY with stars Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf.

AUDIO: Listen to MISERY's Score by Michael Feldman
by Sally Henry - December 13, 2015


The official soundtrack of the new suspense thriller Broadway play, MISERY, is now available to stream from SoundCloud in its entirety. Composed by Michael Feldman, the track list includes nine songs.

VIDEO: Stephen Colbert Calls MISERY's Bruce Willis a Liar & All Hell Breaks Loose!
by Caryn Robbins - December 11, 2015


When LATE SHOW guest Bruce Willis claimed he does his own stunts, host Stephen Colbert wasn't buying it but quickly learns you don't call the action star a liar!

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Misery - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical) David Korins
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Laurie Metcalf

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