Rosalie Craig Joins Sean Hayes in Good Night, Oscar at the Barbican Theatre
In exciting theatre news, acclaimed actress Rosalie Craig will join Emmy and Tony Award winner Sean Hayes (Will & Grace) in the West End production of Good Night, Oscar at the Barbican Theatre this summer.
Sean Hayes' West End Debut in Good Night, Oscar
Good Night, Oscar, marking Hayes’ West End debut, will see him portray the iconic Hollywood actor and concert pianist, Oscar Levant. Hayes previously earned a Tony Award for this role during its 2023 Broadway run, bringing Levant’s character to life with critical acclaim.
The production, written by Pulitzer Prize winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, is set in 1958. It focuses on a notorious late-night talk show appearance that shaped the public’s perception of Levant. Hayes is joined by Ben Rappaport, who reprises his role as the legendary talk show host Jack Paar.
Rosalie Craig Takes on June Levant
Rosalie Craig, known for her exceptional stage talent, takes on the role of June Levant, Oscar's wife. Craig expressed her excitement about returning to the West End, stating, “I’m absolutely delighted to be returning to the West End to join the company of Good Night, Oscar as June Levant. It’s a deeply compelling, razor-sharp piece of theatre, and stepping into this world alongside such a remarkable cast is a real privilege.”
A Stellar Cast Joining Hayes and Craig
In addition to Craig and Hayes, the Good Night, Oscar cast includes:
Daniel Adeosun as Alvin Finney
David Burnett as George Gershwin
Richard Katz as Bob Sarnoff
Eric Sirakian as Max Weinbaum
Max Roll returns as an understudy for both Oscar Levant and Bob Sarnoff, having performed alongside Hayes and Rappaport in the Broadway production.
Understudies for key roles include:
Tashinga Bepete as Alvin Finney
Ben Butler as Max Weinbaum
Charlotte Hunter as June Levant
Ryan Speakman as Jack Paar and George Gershwin
Performance Dates for Good Night, Oscar at the Barbican Theatre
Good Night, Oscar will play a strictly limited seven-week season, running from 31 July to 21 September 2025. Theatre enthusiasts looking for an unmissable theatrical experience in London theatre should be sure to secure their tickets early.
For more information about Good Night, Oscar tickets and showtimes, visit the London Theatre News ticket page.
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