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ELIZABETH CANAVAN has appeared in the Pulitzer Prize winning play, Between Riverside and Crazy by Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Austin Pendleton at the Atlantic Theater and 2nd Stage, The Little Flower of East Orange (with Ellen Burstyn and Michael Shannon) at the Public Theater, The Last Days of Judas Iscariot (with Eric Bogosian and Sam Rockwell) at the Public Theater, Our Lady of 121st Street at the Union Square Theater, Jesus Hopped the Train (NY and London), all by Stephen Adly Guirgis and directed by Philip Seymour Hoffman; Devil of Choice by Maggie Diaz Bofill at The Cherry Lane Theatre, Thinner Than Water by Melissa Ross, Philip Roth in Khartoum by David Bar Katz, Penalties and Interest by Rebecca Cohen, Seven at USC Visions and Voices,New York Stage and Film,Eugene O'Neill Playwrights Conference, The 52nd Street Project, Summer Play Festival. TV:Law and Order,Law and Order: SVU,Sex and the City.She has appeared in many independent films and has written a short film, Father's Day that was at the Tribeca Film Festival. Liz is a proud member of LAByrinth Theater Company and The Actors Studio.

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Elizabeth Canavan STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Detective O'Connor

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theatre's Off-Broadway World Premiere, 2019
Rockaway Rosie

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2015
Detective Audrey O'Connor

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Production, 2014
Detective Audrey O'Connor


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New York Stage and Film Reveals Participants For the 2023 Filmmakers' Workshop


New York Stage and Film has announced the early-career film and TV writers who have been selected to participate in the 2023 Filmmakers’ Workshop. The participants are Nancy Duff; Harrison Hamm; Drew Harper; Atticus Hoffman; Summera Howell; Anndi Jinelle Liggett; Allyson Morgan; Craig T. Williams; and G. Wilson. 

Video: FAT HAM Celebrates First Preview on Broadway


See video of Fat Ham celebrating its first preview on Broadway!

BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Plays Final Broadway Performance


Stephen Adly Guirgis' Pulitzer Prize-winning play, BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY, directed by Austin Pendleton, plays its final Broadway performance.

BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Adds Four Simulcast Viewings


Due to popular demand, Second Stage Theater has added four simulcast performances of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY. See details about the performances, and learn how to purchase tickets!

BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY & Imagine Justice To Host Justice Nights on Broadway


Second Stage Theater will partner with Common and his not-for-profit, Imagine Justice, to host “Justice Nights On Broadway” following the matinee performances of Between Riverside and Crazy at The Hayes Theater on Saturday, February 11th and Saturday, February 18th 2023.

Words From The Wings: Maria-Christina Oliveras of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY on Her Favorite Backstage Moments, and More!


We're chatting with Maria-Christina Oliveras, who is currently playing Church Lady in Between Riverside and Crazy. Oliveras told us all about her pre-show rituals, favorite backstage moments, and more!

BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Extends One Week at Second Stage Theater


Second Stage Theater has announced an extension for Stephen Adly Guirgis’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play, BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY, directed by Austin Pendleton. The production has extended one week and will now run through Sunday, February 19th. 

Gary Perez Joins The Cast Of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY


Gary Perez has joined the cast of Stephen Adly Guirgis’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play, BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY, directed by Austin Pendleton.  Mr. Perez assumed the role of Lieutenant Caro on January 20, 2023.

BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Cancels Performances Tonight and Tomorrow Due to Covid


Tonight's (Wednesday, January 4th at 7pm) and tomorrow’s (Thursday, January 5th at 7pm) performances of Between Riverside and Crazy have been cancelled due to an exposure of COVID-19.

Maria-Christina Oliveras Joins the Cast of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY


Maria-Christina Oliveras has joined the cast of Stephen Adly Guirgis’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play, BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY, directed by Austin Pendleton.  Ms. Oliveras has assumed the role of Church Lady.

Photos: Go Inside BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Opening Night


See photos of the stars arriving at opening night of Stephen Adly Guirgis' Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Between Riverside and Crazy, and get a look inside the party! 

Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY


The Broadway debut production of Stephen Adly Guirgis' Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Between Riverside and Crazy opened last night, December 19. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast on the red carpet here!

Photos: The Cast of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Take Their Opening Night Bows


The Broadway debut production of Stephen Adly Guirgis' Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Between Riverside and Crazy opened on December 19. Directed by Austin Pendleton, the play stars Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winner Common. Check out photos from inside the big night.

Review Roundup: Pulitzer Prize-Winner BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Opens On Broadway


The Broadway debut production of Stephen Adly Guirgis' Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Between Riverside and Crazy opens tonight, directed by Austin Pendleton and starring Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winner Common. Read the reviews!

VIDEO: Common Reveals the Lessons He's Learned From Starring on Broadway on COLBERT


Common appeared on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to discuss making his Broadway debut in Between Riverside and Crazy. Common also discussed what he keeps in his dressing room and reveals why he has to show up early for the show every night. Watch the new video interview now!

Video: Common and Company Get Ready to Bring BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY to Broadway


In this video, Common and the company of Between Riverside and Crazy meet the press ahead of the show's arrival on Broadway on Wednesday, November 30. The play will officially open on Monday, December 19, 2022 at Second Stage's Hayes Theater.

Photos: The Company of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Meets the Press!


See photos of the company of Between Riverside and Crazy meeting the press! BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY will begin previews Wednesday, November 30th and will officially open on Monday, December 19, 2022 at Second Stage's Hayes Theater.

Meet the Cast of BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!


Second Stage Theater's Broadway production of Stephen Adly Guirgis' play, Between Riverside and Crazy, directed by Austin Pendleton begins previews  tonight, Wednesday, November 30th. Meet the cast here!

Tickets for BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Live Simulcast Viewings on Sale Tomorrow


Tickets will go on sale for Second Stage Theater's simulcast performances of its Broadway production of Stephen Adly Guirgis’ play, BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY, directed by Austin Pendleton on Friday, November 11 at 12pm EST. 

BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Will Livestream Final Two Weeks of Broadway Performances


Second Stage will offer simulcasts of its upcoming Broadway production of Stephen Adly Guirgis’ BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY, directed by Austin Pendleton, for the final two weeks of its run, January 31 – February 12, 2023, allowing theater fans who aren’t able to attend in person the opportunity to witness a live Broadway performance from home.

Elizabeth Canavan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Elizabeth Canavan next theatre project?

Elizabeth Canavan's next show will be Between Riverside and Crazy which opens on 12/19/2022 on Broadway.

How many Broadway shows has Elizabeth Canavan been in?

Elizabeth Canavan has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Elizabeth Canavan been in?

Elizabeth Canavan has not appeared in the West End.

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