News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

The Big Knife 2013

Opened: April 16, 2013
Closing: June 02, 2013

The Big Knife - 2013 Broadway History , Info & More

Todd Haimes Theatre (Broadway)
229 W. 42nd St. New York, NY

Roundabout Theatre Company presents an electrifying new production of Clifford Odets' classic tale about keeping your integrity in the face of success. In the golden age of Hollywood cinema, actors may have all the glory, but studio execs have all the power. The Hoff-Federated studio has had its most successful star, Charlie Castle, over a barrel ever since it helped cover up a mistake that could have ended his career. When a woman with insider knowledge threatens to come forward, the studio heads will stop at nothing to protect Charlie's secret... but how far is he willing to go before he quits the movie business for good? Set in a glossy world of rumor mills and rocky friendships, Clifford Odets' The Big Knife is a riveting, bitingly funny look at how challenging it can be to stay true to yourself when everyone expects you to play a part.



This is the first new Broadway production since The Big Knife premiered on Broadway in 1949, directed by Lee Strasberg.








Get The Big Knife Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

PREVIEW The Big Knife - 2013 - Broadway

The Big Knife Production Photo
Photos
Show Video Preview
Videos

FEATURED REVIEWS FOR The Big Knife

New York Review: The Big Knife
5 / 10

Last performed on Broadway more than sixty years ago, somebody at Roundabout Theatre Company must have thought it was a good idea to revive this moldy-oldy, assemble an impressive cast, give it a glamorized production under Doug Hughes' direction, and see what happened. The result: nothing...The production's star, Bobby Cannavale, dressed in tennis whites or a tuxedo, is not only miscast, but his current hot-stuff career gives the lie to the play's point: it's no longer an us-vs-them game.

Legit Review: ‘The Big Knife’
6 / 10

If great looks were all it took to be a success, then helmer Doug Hughes' production would rack up major points...Cannavale not only carries off the studly movie star persona, he's not unmanned by Charlie's displays of emotion to his wife, Marion (Marin Ireland), who shows similar strength of character and also looks great in white. (Costumer Catherine Zuber did some terrific job on this show.) But neither of these fine thesps seems willing or able to attack the deeper flaws of their difficult characters...there's the nagging thought that, in a less glittery and more searching production, there might be something more to be found in a character whose creation was such a source of pain for his creator.

Roundabout Theatre's THE BIG KNIFE Closes on Broadway Today
by BWW News Desk - June 2, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) production of Clifford Odets' The Big Knife will conclude its limited engagement today, June 2, 2013 at 2:00PM. The Big Knife, directed by Doug Hughes, features Rachel Brosnahan, Bobby Cannavale, Marin Ireland, Billy Eugene, Richard Kind, Ana Reeder, Reg Rogers, Joey Slotnick, Brenda Wehle, C.J. Wilson and Chip Zien.

TV Exclusive: Meet the 2013 Tony Nominees- THE BIG KNIFE's Richard Kind on the Thrill of Being Invited to the Tonys Party
by Nicole Rosky - June 7, 2013


BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was thrilled to sit down and speak with nearly all of this year's Tony Award nominees at the official Tonys Meet & Greet on May 1, 2013, and we will be bringing you special coverage on all of them throughout the awards season. Today we bring you Richard Kind, a nominee for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for The Big Knife. Check out what he had to say below!

THE BIG KNIFE Begins Final Two Weeks of Performances
by Kelsey Denette - May 20, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) production of Clifford Odets' The Big Knife will conclude its limited engagement on June 2, 2013 at 2:00PM. The Big Knife, directed by Doug Hughes, features Rachel Brosnahan, Bobby Cannavale, Marin Ireland, Billy Eugene, Richard Kind, Ana Reeder, Reg Rogers, Joey Slotnick, Brenda Wehle, C.J. Wilson and Chip Zien.

As Low as $42 to See Bobby Cannavale in Roundabout's 'Sizzling' THE BIG KNIFE!
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2013


Tony Award winner Doug Hughes (Doubt) directs this electrifying new production of Clifford Odets's (Golden Boy) masterwork about keeping your integrity in the face of success.

Review - The Big Knife & Matilda
by Michael Dale - April 20, 2013


Theatre writers who were lured to that other coast by Hollywood greenbacks have been known to express their disillusionment with the film industry via the Broadway stage.  George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart based their comedy Once In A Lifetime on their maddening movie studio experiences as did Betty Comden and Adolph Green with the musical Fade Out – Fade In.

TV: Bobby Cannavale, Marin Ireland, Richard Kind and THE BIG KNIFE Cast Celebrate Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - April 21, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, opened on April 16, at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through June 2, 2013. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there for the opening night celebration to chat with the cast and creative team. Check out what Bobby Cannavale and the rest of the gang had to say below!

Photo Coverage: THE BIG KNIFE Celebrates Opening Night at the After Party!
by Walter McBride - April 17, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, opened last night, April 16, at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through June 2, 2013. Check out photos from the after party below!

Photo Coverage: THE BIG KNIFE Opens on Broadway - Red Carpet
by Walter McBride - April 17, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, opened last night, April 16, at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through June 2, 2013. BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate the whole night, scroll down for photos from the red carpet.

Photo Coverage: THE BIG KNIFE Opens on Broadway - Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - April 17, 2013


BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate the whole night, scroll down for photos from the curtain call.

Review Roundup: THE BIG KNIFE Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - April 16, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, opens tonight, April 16, at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through June 2, 2013. Let's see what the critics had to say...

THE BIG KNIFE Opens on Broadway Tonight
by Kelsey Denette - April 16, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, begins previews tonight, Friday, March 22nd at 8:00PM.

TV: Sneak Peek of Bobby Cannavale, Marin Ireland, Chip Zien and More in THE BIG KNIFE!
by Nicole Rosky - April 3, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, is currently in previews and officially opens on April 16, 2013 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). The cast of The Big Knife features Rachel Brosnahan, Bobby Cannavale, Marin Ireland, Billy Eugene, Richard Kind, Ana Reeder, Reg Rogers, Joey Slotnick, Brenda Wehle, C.J. Wilson, Chip Zien, and directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes. BroadwayWorld brings you just-released show highlights below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Bobby Cannavale, Marin Ireland, Richard Kind and More in THE BIG KNIFE on Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, is currently in previews and officially opens on April 16, 2013 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). The cast of The Big Knife features Rachel Brosnahan, Bobby Cannavale, Marin Ireland, Billy Eugene, Richard Kind, Ana Reeder, Reg Rogers, Joey Slotnick, Brenda Wehle, C.J. Wilson, Chip Zien, and directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

THE BIG KNIFE Begins Performances
by Kelsey Denette - March 22, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Big Knife, by Clifford Odets, begins previews tonight, Friday, March 22nd at 8:00PM.

C.J. Wilson to Replace Adam Rapp in THE BIG KNIFE
by Nicole Rosky - March 5, 2013


It was just announced that C.J. Wilson has joined the company of Roundabout Theatre Company's The Big Knife to play the role of 'Hank Teagle.' C.J. Wilson replaces Adam Rapp who departed the production due to scheduling conflicts. Rehearsals for the production began February 19th and performances will begin on March 22.

TV: Behind the Scenes With THE BIG KNIFE's Bobby Cannavale and Doug Hughes!
by Nicole Rosky - March 7, 2013


The cast and creative team met the press earlier today, and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there for the festivities. Check out what director Doug Hughes and Bobby Cannavale had to say about the play below!

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of THE BIG KNIFE!
by Walter McBride - March 1, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company' new Broadway production of The Big Knife by Clifford Odets, will star Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Bobby Cannavale and directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes. The Big Knife will begin previews on March 22, 2013 and open officially on April 16, 2013 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through June 2, 2013. The cast and creative team met the press earlier today, and you can check out complete photo coverage below!

Up On The Marquee: THE BIG KNIFE
by Walter McBride - March 1, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company' new Broadway production of The Big Knife by Clifford Odets, will star Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Bobby Cannavale and directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes. The Big Knife will begin previews on March 22, 2013 and open officially on April 16, 2013 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through June 2, 2013. The marquee just went up at the American Airlines Theatre, and you can check it out below!

Chip Zien, Richard Kind, Adam Rapp, and More Join Bobby Cannavale in THE BIG KNIFE- Full Cast Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - January 8, 2013


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) just announced the full company for the new Broadway production of The Big Knife by Clifford Odets, starring Rachel Brosnahan as "Dixie Evans," Bobby Cannavale as "Charlie Castle," Marin Ireland as "Marion Castle," Billy Eugene Jones as "Russell," Richard Kind as "Marcus Hoff," Adam Rapp as "Hank Teagle," Ana Reeder as "Connie Bliss," Reg Rogers as "Smiley Coy," Joey Slotnick as "Buddy Bliss," Brenda Wehle as "Patty Benedict," Chip Zien as "Nat Danziger," directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes.

THE BIG KNIFE, Starring Bobby Cannavale, Sets Opening Night for April 16; Performances Begin March 22
by Kelsey Denette - December 11, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company has confirmed the opening date for the new Broadway production of The Big Knife by Clifford Odets, starring Emmy® Award winner and Tony Award® nominee Bobby Cannavale and directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes.

Bobby Cannavale Leads Roundabout's THE BIG KNIFE on Broadway in 2013; Doug Hughes Helms
by Jessica Lewis - May 3, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced a new Broadway production of Clifford Odets' The Big Knife, starring Emmy® Award winner and Tony Award® nominee Bobby Cannavale, directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes.

The Big Knife History

Other Productions of The Big Knife

1949   Broadway
Broadway
2013   Broadway Roundabout Theatre Company Production
Broadway

The Big Knife - 2013 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play Richard Kind
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Bobby Cannavale
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play Richard Kind
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Richard Kind

Videos