Nixon's Nixon 2008

Written by Russell Lees
Directed by Artistic Director Michael Halberstam

August 19 - October 25, 2008

Location: 664 Vernon Ave | Get Directions ›

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Just in time for the elections, we bring back our critically acclaimed, award-winning production of Nixon’s Nixon. This box office record-breaking production returns to our most intimate theatre for a limited engagement. A thrilling, hilarious and brilliantly imagined story of what might have happened in the Lincoln sitting room the night before Nixon resigned.

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About the Play

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Artistic Director Michael Halberstam once again directs William Brown and Larry Yando as they reprise their tour-de-force performances as Kissinger and Nixon.

Meet the Artists

William Brown

(Henry Kissinger)

Larry Yando

(Richard M. Nixon)

Michael Halberstam (Director)
Rose Marie Packer (Stage Manager)
Jack Magaw (Scenic Designer)
Keith Parham (Lighting Designer)
Sarah Heberlein (Costume Designer)
Josh Schmidt (Sound Designer)
Lara Musard (Properties Designer)

Reviews

"One of the top theatrical events of the season that should ve required viewing for the current presidential candidates."
– Chicago Sun-Times

"A stimulating remount that will likely earn as many accolades as the original. And deservedly so."
- Daily Herald

"Kudos belong to the entire Writers Theatre team for creating a marvelous theater experience."
- Edge Chicago

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NIXON'S NIXON ('08) - Clip 1

NIXON'S NIXON ('08) - Clip 2

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