In some ways, the book Walking With Ghosts was not really a surprise. It was not surprising that Gabriel Byrne was a man who knew his way around the world of words. He published a very readable and intriguing memoir in 1994 to some acclaim, and his book reviews and […]
His play is done for the time being, but Gabriel Byrne still has a story–or in this case, a joke–to tell! A new interview at The New York Times gives us a glimpse of how he feels about closing Walking With Ghosts on Broadway a bit earlier than originally planned, […]
Gabriel Byrne’s final performance in his play, based on his elegiac memoir, Walking With Ghosts, will be a bit earlier than originally planned. Playbill has the details: Walking With Ghosts will have its final Broadway performance at the Music Box Theatre November 20. Starring two-time Tony nominee Gabriel Byrne, the […]
Fans love Walking With Ghosts. Critics? Unlike those across the pond, American theater critics seem mixed in their reaction, a little confused, slightly critical. I don’t think some of them quite “get” Gabriel Byrne’s play. And, to be honest, I’m not surprised. Don’t misunderstand me. Most critics, especially those from […]
The reviews are in and Gabriel Byrne’s play, Walking With Ghosts, now on Broadway, is making people laugh and breaking hearts to great acclaim! The message below about the play from Irish Arts Center in New York City dropped into my email inbox this morning and I wanted to share […]
London. The Apollo Theatre. Shaftesbury Avenue. Lights! The red curtain! A packed house! Going to the theater in London is such an exciting and magical experience. Imagine all of the lucky people sitting in their seats, waiting for Gabriel Byrne to enter, stage right (I think), walking towards them and […]