Oscar Levant was a concert pianist with an uncanny, wry wit about him. He passed away from a heart attack in 1972 and is brought back to life at the Goodman Theatre, 170 N Dearborn Street, for audiences in 2022.
Playing now through April 24, Good Night, Oscar conveys the story of one night of Oscar Levant's life in 1958. Late-night talk show host Jack Paar is hosting the very clever Levant for an appearance and chaos quickly ensues.