Matthew Broderick is currently starring in Ulster American at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin, a play by David Ireland that has garnered a three-star review from The Irish Times. The production, which opened earlier this month, features Broderick as Jay Conway, an Irish-American actor who is set to appear in a play about Ireland, offering a knowing caricature of himself.
The review, published on August 14, 2026, praises Broderick's "expert timing" but notes that the comedy feels "slightly dated." The play, which originally premiered in 2018, explores themes of identity and cultural misunderstanding, and this revival at the Abbey Theatre has been anticipated by audiences eager to see the Broadway and film star on the Dublin stage.
David Ireland's script, known for its sharp dialogue and provocative subject matter, has been updated for this production, though the review suggests that some of its satirical edges have dulled over time. The Abbey Theatre, Ireland's national theatre, has not announced an extension beyond the current run, which is scheduled to continue through the summer.
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