''Match'' is a dramatic comedy by Stephen Belber.

History

The character of Tobi is inspired by Alphonse Poulin, a professor of ballet at

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Synopsis

Tobi is an aging dancer, choreographer and teacher who enjoys knitting. His quiet life is interrupted when Mike and Lisa enter his home under the pretense of interviewing him for Lisa's thesis.

Productions

The

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production was directed by Nicholas Martin. The play starred Frank Langella as Tobi with

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as Mike and Jane Adams as Lisa. The show ran for about two months. For his role as Tobi, Langella was nominated for the

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Adaptations

Belber adapted the play into the 2014 film ''

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'', which he also directed.

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