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| Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| From Non-Covid causes. RIP | |
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| Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh | |
| Posted by: TheOtherOne 09:07 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| In addition to his Broadway performances, which were obviously seen by more people. May he Rest In Peace. | |
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| re: Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh | |
| Posted by: mikem 10:57 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh - TheOtherOne 09:07 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| I was surprised that Ben Brantley said in his tribute that he hadn't seen the Lane/Dennehy Iceman Cometh. It ran for 6 weeks at BAM in 2015, and it was one of the big events of that season. I literally drove 100 miles while it was snowing to see it (and it was worth it). I had a ticket for the first week in March, which I thought was late enough that snow wouldn't be an issue. I learned my lesson on that one, and I really think hard now before buying tickets between November 15 and the end of March. |
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| re: Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh | |
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| Posted by: Esther 11:18 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh - mikem 10:57 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| The Sunday matinee? I went the same day for the same reason. That was the last time I saw him on-stage- so glad I caught it to see his performance (and the rest of the cast as well) Such a loss. |
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| re: Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh | |
| Posted by: mikem 11:45 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh - Esther 11:18 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| Yes, it was the Sunday show, so we were both there at the same time! I think it snowed around 3 inches -- enough to make you have to drive slowly and carefully, but not a treacherous amount. I saw Dennehy in 3 shows - the other two were Inherit the Wind and Love Letters with Carol Burnett just a few months before Iceman. I wish I had seen his Willy Loman. It looks like the production was filmed and shown on cable, but was not released commercially. Dennehy won the Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild awards for the role, but lost the Emmy to Jack Lemmon in Tuesdays with Morrie. |
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| Nathan Lane remembers Brian Dennehy | |
| Posted by: WaymanWong 03:20 pm EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Perfection as Larry Slade in The Iceman Cometh - mikem 11:45 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| ''Brian Dennehy was a great actor and a great friend to me for over 30 years. Never more so than when we acted together in 'The Iceman Cometh' for Bob Falls in Chicago and then later at BAM. He was my biggest supporter and a loving mentor through that whole experience and I will always love him and never forget him for that, as well as his fierce brilliance, wit, and that wild Irish twinkle in his eye. Rest In Peace, dear friend. My heartfelt condolences to his wife, Jen, and his five children.'' | |
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| re: Nathan Lane remembers Brian Dennehy | |
| Posted by: JereNYC (JereNYC@aol.com) 03:47 pm EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: Nathan Lane remembers Brian Dennehy - WaymanWong 03:20 pm EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| Wow...Nathan Lane has lost two long-time friends in a matter of weeks. I hope he's okay. | |
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| Who is the other again? Thank you. nm | |
| Posted by: thtrgoer 03:00 pm EDT 04/20/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Nathan Lane remembers Brian Dennehy - JereNYC 03:47 pm EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| re: Who is the other again? Thank you. nm | |
| Posted by: Ann 03:10 pm EDT 04/20/20 | |
| In reply to: Who is the other again? Thank you. nm - thtrgoer 03:00 pm EDT 04/20/20 | |
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| Terrence McNally. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: GavinLogan1 12:12 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| He was also an absolutely PERFECT Sir Toby Belch in the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's 2012 production of "Twelfth Night". Hilarious, gruff, with an undertone of world-weary cynicism. I'm glad I bought the DVD. |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: singleticket 11:29 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Stratford, one of the greatest performances I've ever seen. Dennehy's Krapp totally eclipsed his Eerie Smith in HUGHIE which was the second part of the double play bill. Dennehy's Krapp was funny in a mordant way and very very sad. Beckett in a North American mode and Beckett at its best reaching straight into the heart. | |
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| If he hadn't been an actor... | |
| Posted by: Teacher64 05:42 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| he could have been a stand-up comic. His Tony acceptance speeches are killer! | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: showtunetrivia 05:29 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| A terrible loss. Such a talent. Laura |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
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| Posted by: WaymanWong 03:23 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Loved him in ''Death of a Salesman'' and ''Long Day's Journey Into Night.'' My deepest condolences to Deirdre and her family. | |
| Link | 2003 Tonys: Brian Dennehy wins his second Tony (with his family seated in the front row) |
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| Posted by: andrea 03:10 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| The definitive Willy Loman. Thank you, Mr. Dennehy, for all your wonderful performances over the years. Condolences to Deirdre and the entire family. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: Michael_Portantiere 04:12 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - andrea 03:10 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| He and Elizabeth Franz and the rest of the cast were amazing in that DEATH OF A SALESMAN. A great actor. Rest in peace. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Thank you, everyone, for your kind words. Losing him leaves a big void in our lives. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: BigM 10:55 pm EDT 04/26/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| So sorry. Your father was a true artist. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: AlanScott 10:59 pm EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I'm so sorry to hear of this, Deirdre. My condolences to you and your family. He was a wonderful actor. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: jssteitzer 01:16 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Deirdre, I was lucky enough to get to perform with your Dad in INHERIT THE WIND (I played the Mayor). He was incredibly kind to me and was always available to chat or share a story from his remarkable career. And he had a wicked sense of humor. I was always sorry that we didn't continue after Chris left so your Dad could switch over and play Drummond. He would have been spectacular. My condolences to you and all of your family on your loss. A very, very sad day indeed. Jeff Steitzer |
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| Your dad was the first person to make me cry in a theatre... | |
| Posted by: TimDunleavy 06:51 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| ... when he shouted "I AM WILLY LOMAN." Devastating. He leaves a big void in all our lives. Wishing you and your family all the best. |
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| re: Crying in a theatre... | |
| Posted by: Dale 08:44 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Due to the combination of him with Joy Franz' Linda was the first time I heard men openly wept in a theater! | |
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| Posted by: Billhaven 08:56 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Just to give the correct actress her due...it was the indelible performance of Elizabeth Franz. | |
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| re: Crying in a theatre... | |
| Posted by: Duke1979 10:30 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| My favorite line of hers in the play. “I live from day to day”. Heartbreaking in its simplicity. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: Kaoru 06:49 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I am so sorry for your loss Deidre. Losing loved one is hard but it must be so hard especially at this time. Kaoru |
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| Posted by: JulieJ 05:56 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I'm so very sorry for your family's loss, Deirdre. Your father's exceptional acting has brought me so many hours of pure joy over the years. My thoughts are with you and your family. | |
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| Posted by: drummergirl 05:17 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| An unforgettable man, whom I'm so thankful to have seen in some of the seminal stage performances of all time. So incredibly sorry for all of you. An enormous loss. | |
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| Posted by: LoisP 03:51 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I second the idea that as soon as I heard I thought of Deirdre and came right here. My words of wisdom at a time like this? I lost my my only sibling, a sister, when I was three. I lost my mom when I was four. They would, arguably, have been my two closest relationships throughout my life, and yet I have no memories of them whatsoever. Once you pass through the stages of grief, hopefully you will have years of memories to comfort you. Anecdotally, I've observed that the first round of birthdays, Father's Day, Christmas, etc., will be difficult, but after that it will "Remember when Dad did/said...?" followed by smiles and laughter. For the record, your dad was a damned fine actor. {Hugs} |
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| My sincere condolences | |
| Posted by: LynnO 03:36 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I am so sorry for your family's loss, Deirdre, and indeed the entire theatre community's loss. When I heard, I thought of you first, and came right here. What a treasure your dad was, and always will be. | |
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| So sorry to hear this | |
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| Posted by: PlayWiz 03:52 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| My condolences to Deidre and family. I've enjoyed your father's work over the years. One of my cousins was a student manager of the football team at Columbia University back when your Dad was playing football there as a fellow student. Very sorry for your loss. | |
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| re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 | |
| Posted by: JT 03:14 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - Deirdre 03:02 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| My thoughts are with you and your family, Deirdre, as I extend my condolences. Your dad was a wonderful actor and very fine person; it was a thrill for me to meet him at the opening of The Palm restaurant in Charlotte some years ago. | |
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| Much love, Deirdre. (NM) | |
| Posted by: Seth Christenfeld 03:13 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Posted by: aislestorm 02:56 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| May he rest in peace | |
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| Posted by: Jackson 02:31 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Brian Dennehy was one of my favorite actors. Unforgettable in both "Death of a Salesman" and "Long Day's Journey..." among others. My condolences to Deirdre and the entire family. J |
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| Posted by: Ann 03:07 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| His Willy Loman was indeed unforgettable - one of my favorite times in a Broadway theatre. | |
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| Posted by: stanford37b 02:17 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| One of the greatest. A few years ago I heard him give a talk where he summed up his career. In paraphrase: When he was young, the directors all said, “Who is Brian Dennehy?” After a few years they said, “Get me Brian Dennehy!” A few years more and they said “Get me a young Brian Dennehy!” A few years more and they said, “Who is Brian Dennehy?” |
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| Posted by: bwaynut 02:09 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| One of my all-time favorite actors, fully invested in every role, totally committed to his craft, passionate and engaging !! What a gift he was on stage, on television, and in films! A great loss to the theater community. Deirdre, please accept our sympathy at this time of sorrow and loss. May your cherished memories comfort you at this time -- and each new time you see your father on screen. How wonderful that so much of his work has been captured on video for posterity. What a legacy he left us! | |
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| A great loss... | |
| Posted by: SuzanneR 02:05 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| My deepest condolences to his family and friends... | |
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| So very sad nmi | |
| Posted by: Ann 01:51 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| Posted by: mikem 01:48 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I am very saddened to hear that. He was an incredibly gifted actor, and he was also very nice and kind to us fans at the stage door. Deirdre, my condolences to you and your family. | |
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| Posted by: StageLover 01:44 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| His Willy Loman was as good as it gets, and it was nice seeing him a few years ago opposite Mia Farrow in LOVE LETTERS. |
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| A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget | |
| Posted by: Michael_Portantiere 06:08 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| In that magnificent production of DEATH OF A SALESMAN with Dennehy, Franz, et al., there's that scene where the whole family is talking together. It's one of their very few happy moments together -- maybe their only one, and I'm pretty sure it's a flashback scene. Willy is blathering on about something, in high spirits. But when Linda tries a few times to enter the conversation, Willy just shuts her down by bulldozing right over her words, completely dismissing her as if he has absolutely no interest in what she has to say, because he's the man of the house, the king of his castle and of his world, and she's just a woman. It's all there in the text, but Dennehy and Franz played it so beautifully that I could feel the whole audience cringe in hatred for him and sympathy for her every time that happened, and I even remember some audible responses of disgust from several spectators. Absolutely unforgettable. |
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| His Willy Loman was the greatest performance I've seen in a play in a quarter century of theatergoing | |
| Posted by: Lois (loisy@aol.com) 10:08 pm EDT 04/18/20 | |
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| I saw his Salesman on Broadway, in LA, and in the West End, and was blown away every time by the emotional impact of his portrayal. The rest of the casts were awesome as well, especially Elizabeth Franz and Ron Eldard. All my other top favorite stage performances have been in musicals, and I've seen a lot of great theater, but that Salesman deserves to be seen widely, and I really hope that there is a way for Showtime to bring it back on their channel and/or a DVD release, or sell the rights to Broadway HD, or something. I also had the privilege of seeing his performances in Long Day's Journey, Inherit the Wind, and a few other productions. He was always excellent, and will be greatly missed. My condolences to Deirdre and all his family and friends. |
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| re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget | |
| Posted by: GavinLogan1 12:10 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget - Michael_Portantiere 06:08 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| the scene you're referring to is near the end of Act I, and it is not a flashback-- Happy has just come up with his 'brilliant' idea to sell sporting goods (they'll form opposing teams and play against one another... despite not actually having a product to SELL). Willy is so excited about the prospect of the boys finally being bigger than Bernard and Charley, and he feels important because he can offer them advice on business, believing himself to be such a big shot. Linda's interjections are bulldozed, as you say, and I think the other aspect of it is that he finally feels important and he can actually offer advice to which Biff will listen. Powerfully sad scene... I bet Dennehy was every bit as amazing as everyone says. |
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| re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget | |
| Posted by: Michael_Portantiere 12:13 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget - GavinLogan1 12:10 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| Thanks for clarifying, I didn't have access to a script. And thanks for your additional explanation of what's going on in Willy's mind in that scene. It was an AMAZING moment. | |
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| re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget | |
| Posted by: GavinLogan1 12:18 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget - Michael_Portantiere 12:13 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| I've taught the play probably close to 50 times now, and EVERY single time I learn something new or find another layer. I'm a fan of the Dustin Hoffman film (it's the only one my school has), and I saw Philip Seymour do the role in 2012, and he was fantastic as well. Is there a video of the Dennehy performance??? I'd love to see him tackle it. |
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| re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget | |
| Posted by: Michael_Portantiere 12:22 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget - GavinLogan1 12:18 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| Yes! Link to full performance of Dennehy in SALESMAN. | |
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| re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget | |
| Posted by: GavinLogan1 12:25 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget - Michael_Portantiere 12:22 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| OMG!!! Thank you so much! Sorry Dustin, but I have a feeling you're about to be replaced. RIP Mr. Dennehy Thankfully your gifts remain with us in our hearts and on record! (My favourite movie as a child was COCOON, so I've admired him literally my whole life). |
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| DEATH OF A SALESMAN with Dennehy - the whole thing | |
| Posted by: Michael_Portantiere 07:58 pm EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| Sorry, the link I posted previously was just to a small excerpt at the beginning. Here is the whole thing on YouTube, in two parts. I've copied the URLs in the text right below here, so I could post both of them, and the actual link posted is to a great Charlie Rose interview with Dennehy and Arthur Miller at the time of the production. This video is with Ron Eldard, who replaced Kevin Anderson as Biff on Broadway. PART 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=867&v=DidKl6-6Tuw&feature=emb_logo PART 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZLMIRGj4fM&feature=emb_logo |
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| Link | Charlie Rose - Brian Dennehy - Arthur Miller - DEATH OF A SALESMAN |
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| Sorry, one more part... | |
| Posted by: Michael_Portantiere 12:24 am EDT 04/18/20 | |
| In reply to: DEATH OF A SALESMAN with Dennehy - the whole thing - Michael_Portantiere 07:58 pm EDT 04/17/20 | |
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| Link | DEATH OF A SALESMAN with Dennehy, Part 3 |
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| Posted by: GavinLogan1 11:08 pm EDT 04/18/20 | |
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| Thanks so much for these links. I watched his scene with Charlie in Act II-- "you're the only friend I've got... isn't that a remarkable thing?" HEART. BROKEN. |
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| Posted by: Michael_Portantiere 05:09 pm EDT 04/19/20 | |
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| ***I watched his scene with Charlie in Act II-- "you're the only friend I've got... isn't that a remarkable thing?" HEART. BROKEN.*** Yes, and that actor who played Charley -- Howard Witt -- was so perfectly cast and so wonderful in the role. Every time I see a production of DEATH OF A SALESMAN, I find it almost unbearable to watch -- yet fully believable -- that, even though Willie is in a desperate financial situation from the beginning of the play and then loses his job completely, he CANNOT accept the offer of a job from Charley simply because of his pride. |
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| Posted by: mikem 06:46 am EDT 04/19/20 | |
| In reply to: re: Sorry, one more part... - GavinLogan1 11:08 pm EDT 04/18/20 | |
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| Yes, thank you for the links! Really, really appreciated. | |
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| re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget. A Towering performance | |
| Posted by: Duke1979 08:23 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget - Michael_Portantiere 06:08 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I was thinking of this production just the other day when contemplating how long it may be before we can sit in the dark together and be enthralled by the magical combination of a writer and an actor. This performance along with his James Tyrone are seared into my memory forever. | |
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| A Dennehy performance I willl NEVER forget: Krapp’s Last Tape | |
| Posted by: barna99 08:07 am EDT 04/17/20 | |
| In reply to: re: A Dennehy moment I willl NEVER forget. A Towering performance - Duke1979 08:23 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I had only read the play and it was paired with Hughie (and it was great) but "Krapp’s Last Tape" was a mesmerizing performance, from beginning to end. Nothing short of a Beckett master class. I wish it had been filmed. | |
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| oh that is so sad. I really liked him | |
| Posted by: dramedy 01:38 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| On the shows on broadway and tv. I know his daughter is a long time poster on this board, so I’m thinking if you at this time and hope you got to say goodbye to your dad. | |
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| Awwww. | |
| Posted by: MockingbirdGirl 01:38 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I feel like I just saw him in Endgame with Reg E. Cathey. Now they're both dead. :( | |
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| re: Awwww. | |
| Posted by: Snowgrace 02:08 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Awwww. - MockingbirdGirl 01:38 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| So very sad...such a gifted, devoted actor. And can recently be found doing beautiful work in a LAW & ORDER: SVU from several seasons ago...glad yet another permanent record of his work. His Willy Loman onstage was wonderful. | |
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| Oh dear. nmi | |
| Posted by: garyd 01:38 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Brian Dennehy Dead at 81 - barna99 01:27 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| re: Oh dear. nmi | |
| Last Edit: Thom915 02:18 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| Posted by: Thom915 02:12 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
| In reply to: Oh dear. nmi - garyd 01:38 pm EDT 04/16/20 | |
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| I only met Brian Dennehy once in 2003 on the night of his second Tony Award win. i had somehow ended up escorting Patty Clarkson around Radio City Music hall looking for her date Richard Greenberg who had won the Tony that night for "Take Me Out" They had become separated after he went onstage to accept his award. Finally we were told that Richard had already gone on to the Tony party. I was in a quandary as to how to get Patty to the Marriot when we ran into Dennehy and his party getting into his limo. i had seen both his James Tyrone and a few years earlier his Willy Loman (my favorite Willy Loman of the 19 I have seen.) We had met many stars that night, Patty and myself traveling around Radio City but finally I was rendered speechless. He and Patty exchanged mutual admiration and finally I found my voice. "Brian," I said, "could you take Patty to the party in your limosine? She and Richard Greenberg have become separated. If you have any trouble getting her in, just tell them Elizabeth McCann said it was okay."(she had)"Sure thing, Tom," he said slapping me on the shoulder, "I'll see that she gets in all right. We got room for you too of you want to come" I declined being only a lowly seat filler and somewhat astonished by the fact that I had just called Mr. Dennehy solely by his first name as though we were good friends and imposed upon him for a favor though not for myself. In my rented tux, (As such I didn't even mind that he got my name wrong) I walked back to my car thinking that he had just given me the third of three great evenings in his presence and as impressed by his personal magnetism as I had been by his acting talent. I regret I never had the chance to see him again onstage nor in person but truly wish that this great and kind man rests in peace. | |
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