The Roast
Play - Original
Winter Garden Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: April 30, 1980
- Opening Date: May 8, 1980
- Closing Date: May 11, 1980
- Previews: 9
- Performances: 5
Playwright: Jerry Belson, Garry Marshall
Synopsis
A group of successful comedians who viciously backbite to maintain their success, destroying their personal lives and relationships in the process, come together to "roast," mock and honor one of their own.
Opening Night Cast
| Peter Boyle | Phil Alexander | |
 |
David Huddleston | Denver Cody |
| Bill Macy | Gus Mizzy | |
| Doug McClure | Charles Browning | |
 |
Rob Reiner | Danny |
| Antonio Fargas | B. B. Gunn | |
| Arny Freeman | Sonny Silver | |
| Barney Martin | Sid Ball |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Jerry Belson | Writer | |
| Garry Marshall | Writer | |
| Carl Reiner | Director | |
| William Ritman | Scenic Design | |
| Alvin Colt | Costume Design | |
| Tharon Musser | Lighting Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Doug McClure | Nominee |
