About the Show

A new play tracing the real-life romance of comedians Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner.

This new stage production follows the personal and professional lives of Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner, tracing the evolution of their relationship from colleagues on a film set to romantic partners.

Drawing from their iconic careers—Wilder’s roles in Willy Wonka and Young Frankenstein, and Radner’s work on Saturday Night Live—the play presents a portrait of two celebrated performers whose shared humor and resilience shaped their bond. Through scenes reflecting both public achievements and private struggles, the piece examines their connection amid the pressures of fame and illness.

Critic Reviews (8)

"While not particularly far-reaching or emotionally complex, it’s an often absorbing, funny and ultimately moving dual bio-drama"
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"Gene and Gilda still serves as a much-appreciated reminder that some comedy — much like Willy’s gobstoppers — is everlasting."
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"One can only hope that, in real life, Wilder and Radner were more interesting than they are made out to be here."
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"Bravo to this fine production and especially Burnett and Silver who do a terrific job reminding us just how special their gifts were."
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"it provides an entertaining evening of theater worth spending time with"
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"Burnett and Silver give it their best, but without a hot center for the story they are adrift. That crazy passion, artistry and courage that Wilder and Radner shared never quite makes it to the stage."
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“Gene & Gilda” commits the cardinal sin of biographical theater: it makes two utterly unique people feel utterly replaceable. That's not just a weak script—it's a betrayal of the very subjects it claims to honor.
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"Gene & Gilda, however, doesn’t work as well as their marriage. For those who are true fans of the famous couple, the play may be a pleasant glimpse into their private lives. For others, it might be something of a disappointment."
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