Barrymore

Playwright: William Luce

Directed by: Erin Kelley

December 1-10, 2023

Starring: John Contini* and Alexander Huber

Saint Louis Stalwart Actor John Contini returns to our stage to reprise the role in which Christopher Plummer won a Tony for his portrayal of John Barrymore. Each act begins with a stunning entrance onto a stage that the legendary actor has rented to prepare for a comeback performance of Richard III. Barrymore jokes with the audience, spars with an offstage prompter, reminisces about better times, and does delicious imitations of his siblings Lionel and Ethel.

*Member Actors' Equity Association

Mark Bretz, Ladue News

"This new production marks a glorious triumph for performer, director and off-stage talent Alexander Huber, whose voice as the prompter, Frank, serves as an ‘every man’ source of exasperation as Frank patiently works to keep Barrymore anchored to the task at hand."