Molière Revival Opens on Broadway With Bill Irwin and Rachel Bloom
Molière's comedy, translated by Doug Skinner and adapted by Bill Irwin, has opened at Roundabout's Todd Haimes Theatre under Brandon J. Dirden's direction. The cast includes Bill Irwin, Rachel Bloom, Dylan Baker, Brooks Ashmanskas, and others, with performances scheduled through November 22, 2026.
This Broadway revival places a Molière comedy in an English version by Doug Skinner, with Bill Irwin adapting and appearing in the cast. Brandon J. Dirden directs at Roundabout’s Todd Haimes Theatre, where Rachel Bloom, Dylan Baker, Brooks Ashmanskas and other performers join Irwin. The production’s announced run continues through November 22, 2026, presenting a classical comedy within Broadway’s offerings.
The revival could draw theatergoers interested in classical comedy and in the pairing of Irwin and Bloom, potentially broadening audience exposure to Molière through its translation and adaptation. Its Broadway placement may affect performers, creative teams, and nearby businesses tied to theater attendance, while also offering cultural conversation about how older plays are staged for today’s audiences. Any social impact would likely remain localized to arts audiences and the theater community rather than extend broadly.