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Bill Irwin Stars in Broadway Adaptation of Molière's 'The Imaginary Invalid'
- Bill Irwin stars in his own adaptation of Molière's 1673 play 'The Imaginary Invalid' on Broadway.
- The play centers around a hypochondriac paterfamilias, a role Irwin is known for.
- Reviews are mixed, with some praising Irwin's performance and others finding the adaptation less effective.
- The production features a La-Z-Boy-style recliner as a focal point, contrasting with the 17th Century French setting.
- The play opened recently, and audience reactions have varied.
Articles (4)
The New York Times·
A Sparkling ‘Imaginary Invalid,’ With Bill Irwin, Is the Cure for What Ails You
Deadline·
‘The Imaginary Invalid’ Broadway Review: Molière Gets Clowned By A Winning Bill Irwin
The Wall Street Journal·
‘The Imaginary Invalid’ Review: Bill Irwin’s Hilarious Hypochondriac
New York Post·
‘The Imaginary Invalid’ review: Unfunny Molière revival on Broadway makes you scream ‘Sacré bleu!’