‘A Few Good Men’ swaps Tom Cruise for Tom Blyth ‒ Review
USA Today • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Michael Arden directs a compelling revival of Aaron Sorkin's "A Few Good Men," which opened at Lincoln Center’s Vivian Beaumont Theater on October 29, maintaining the play's explosive tension and ethical dilemmas.
- The story centers on the death of Marine private William Santiago and the subsequent murder trial of fellow Marines Harold Dawson and Louden Downey, with Tom Blyth delivering a standout Broadway debut as defense attorney Daniel Kaffee.
- While the production initially struggles with pacing and some uneven performances, it gains momentum through sharp dialogue exchanges and strong ensemble work, including notable roles by Krysta Rodriguez and Stephanie Berry.
- Dane Laffrey’s scenic design effectively uses the large theater space, and elements like Alejo Vietti’s costumes and Ricky Ubeda’s choreography add dynamic layers to the legal drama.
- Although not groundbreaking in theme, this revival offers a smart, entertaining theatrical experience, highlighted by Blyth’s magnetic performance and Arden’s meticulous direction.
