Who is joining the cast of the Broadway adaptation of Dog Day Afternoon?

John Ortiz, Jessica Hecht, and Spencer Garrett have joined the cast of the Broadway production of 'Dog Day Afternoon.'

When does the Broadway play Dog Day Afternoon begin previews?

The Broadway adaptation of 'Dog Day Afternoon' begins previews on Tuesday, March 10.

What is the plot of Dog Day Afternoon Broadway?

Based on a 1972 Brooklyn bank robbery, the play follows a desperate man's actions that ignite chaos in New York City.

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New Stars Join Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway

21 Jan

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Broadway adaptation of 'Dog Day Afternoon' adds three cast members.
John Ortiz, Jessica Hecht, and Spencer Garrett join the production.
The play previews March 10 and opens March 30 at the August Wilson Theatre.

New Stars Join Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway

The upcoming Broadway adaptation of Sidney Lumet's classic film "Dog Day Afternoon" has announced three new cast members. John Ortiz, Jessica Hecht, and Spencer Garrett will join Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in the production.

John Ortiz has been cast as Detective Ferrara. His previous work includes roles in "Bad Monkey," "Luck," and films like "Silver Linings Playbook" and "American Gangster." Jessica Hecht, a three-time Tony Award nominee, will play Colleen, a role similar to Sylvia in the original film. Her extensive credits include "Friends" and "Breaking Bad."