Laughter on the 23rd Floor (2001)
Inspired by Neil Simon's early career experience as a junior writer for Your Show of Shows, the play focuses on Sid Caesar/Jackie Gleason-like Max Prince, the star of a weekly comedy-variety show circa 1953, and his staff, including Simon's alter-ego Lucas Brickman, who maintains a running commentary on the writing, fighting, and wacky antics which take place in the writers' room
Director: Richard Benjamin
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Nathan Lane as Max Prince |
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Mark Linn-Baker as Val Skotsky |
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Saul Rubinek as Ira Stone |
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Dan Castellaneta as Milt Fields |
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Richard Portnow as Harry Prince |
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Kristi Angus as Darlene Drew |
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Ardon Bess as Cecil |
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Colin Fox as Cal Weebs |
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Sherry Miller as Faye |
| Writing | Neil Simon | Writer |
| Directing | Richard Benjamin | Director |
| Production | Nancy Foy | Casting |