SPEED THE PLOW

SPEED THE PLOW

May 3 – September 4, 1988
Royale Theatre (New York, NY)

Madonna as Karen

SPEED THE PLOW

Madonna portrayed Karen in Speed The Plow. Her co stars were Joe Mantegna and Ron Silver. The play made its debut on April 9, the official premiere took place on May 3 1988 and ran until September. Madonna promoted the play by appearing on David Letterman together with Sandra Bernhard. Madonna said to be relieved when she finished its run. Ticket prices ranged from $25 to $35, depending on your seat.

 

Royale Theatre

242 W. 45th St., New York, NY

SYNOPSIS: David Mamet satirizes Hollywood’s chasm between business and art as two powerful producers debate whether to produce a spiritual novel or a surefire blockbuster.
Playwright: David Mamet