33 Variations 2009

Run Time:
2 hours and 40 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: March 9, 2009
Closing: May 21, 2009

33 Variations - 2009 - Broadway History , Info & More

Two-time Oscar winner Jane Fonda heads a remarkable cast in the new play written and directed by Moisés Kaufman, author of The Laramie Project and director of I Am My Own Wife. Drama, memory and music combine to transport you from present-day New York to 19th-century Austria, in this extraordinary new American play about passion, parenthood and the moments of beauty that can transform a life.



A mother coming to terms with her daughter. A composer coming to terms with his genius. And, even though they’re separated by 200 years, these two people share an obsession that might, even just for a moment, make time stand still.

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Fonda 'Blogs' About Tony Loss, VARIATIONS Experience
by Charlie Piane - June 11, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of the recent Broadway production 33 Variations, has taken to her blog to graciously speak about her Tony loss and the experience of returning to the stage.

33 VARIATIONS 'Plays' Final Broadway Performance 5/21
by Eddie Varley - May 21, 2009

The critically acclaimed production of Moisés Kaufman's 33 Variations starring Jane Fonda will end its limited run tonight, Thursday, May 21st, 2009 at the EuGene O'Neill Theatre (230 West 49th Street).

33 VARIATIONS to Tour with Jane Fonda in 2010?
by Robert Diamond - May 20, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, told David Letterman last evening that the show had been successful and rewarding and that producers, cast and crew were desperate to continue with the show. She's hoping that it will tour the United States in 2010, which is when the actress, who has 3 films, a book and knee surgery scheduled will next be free.

33 VARIATIONS Ends Limited Run Three Days Ahead of Schedule, 5/18 Show Added
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2009

Producer David Binder announced today that the critically acclaimed production of Moisés Kaufman's 33 Variations starring Jane Fonda will end its run on Thursday, May 21st, 2009.

Photo Coverage: 33 Variations Star Jane Fonda's Caricature Unveiled at Sardi's
by Walter McBride - May 13, 2009

Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Play Tony Award Nominee, Jane Fonda -- was honored with her very own caricature unveiling at the world famous Broadway eatery, Sardi's Restaurant (234 West 44th Street) on Tuesday, May 12th.

33 VARIATIONS Ends Limited Run Three Days Ahead of Schedule, 5/18 Show Added
by Eddie Varley - May 4, 2009

Producer David Binder announced today that the critically acclaimed production of Moisés Kaufman's 33 Variations starring Jane Fonda will end its run on Thursday, May 21st, 2009.

Ira Kleinman To Interview 33 VARIATIONS' Zach Grenier On WVNJ 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2009

The Restaurant Theater and Travel Show hosted by Ira Kleinman is pleased to announce a special interview with actor Zach Grenier from the Broadway hit 33 Variations, starring Jane Fonda. Zach discusses his portrayal of the legendary composer Beethoven and his reactions toward working with Jane Fonda in 33 Variations.

Ira Kleinman To Interview 33 VARIATIONS' Zach Grenier On WVNJ 5/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 27, 2009

The Restaurant Theater and Travel Show hosted by Ira Kleinman is pleased to announce a special interview with actor Zach Grenier from the Broadway hit 33 Variations, starring Jane Fonda. Zach discusses his portrayal of the legendary composer Beethoven and his reactions toward working with Jane Fonda in 33 Variations.

Photo Coverage: NCTF Annual Chairman's Award Gala Funding New American Theatre
by Walter McBride - April 22, 2009

National Corporate Theatre Fund (NCTF) will held its Annual Chairman's Awards Gala and benefit on Monday, April 20 at New York's Cipriani's Pegasus (30 Rockefeller Plaza). This year, NCTF Chairman James S. Turley, Chairman & CEO of Ernst & Young, honored Jane Fonda (returning to Broadway this season in 33 Variations), producer John Breglio (the recent revival of A Chorus Line) and USA TODAY. Accepting the award on behalf of the USA TODAY was be Ed. Cassidy. All net proceeds of the event will be distributed as the NCTF/John Breglio Fund for New American Theatre.

33 VARIATIONS' Jane Fonda To Guest On WCBS 2 News 4/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 17, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 Variations, will be interviewed on 'WCBS 2 News,' on Sunday, April 19th between 8:30-9:00AM on CBS channel 2.

Talking Beethoven With 33 VARIATIONS' Zach Grenier
by Eddie Varley - April 13, 2009

It's a known fact that actors like to talk. Stereotypically, they like to talk about themselves: about their latest endeavors, about their past performances and about their upcoming projects. Zach Grenier is a different kind of actor. He likes to talk about Ludwig Van Beethoven. The fact that he's currently playing the composer in Moisés Kaufman's brilliant play entitled 33 VARIATIONS has him talking about the play, too. It's a very special production and it's brought Jane Fonda back to Broadway after 43 years in film, television and activism. Still it is obvious that Grenier is in love with the art of acting and enjoys discussing his current project and the musical giant he portrays in it.

33 VARIATIONS' Jane Fonda Featured in Newsday
by Eddie Varley - April 13, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, is featured in Newsday. Thec celebrated actress discusses her role in Moisés Kaufman's new play as well as some new film projects coming up and her candid daily bloggings on her website.

33 VARIATIONS' Colin Hanks Guests On CW11 Morning News 3/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 19, 2009

Colin Hanks, starring in 33 VARIATIONS, will be featured on CW11's 'Morning News' tomorrow, Friday, March 20th between 8:00-8:30AM on channel 11. David Binder (A Raisin in the Sun) presents the Tectonic Theater Project's production of 33 VARIATIONS, starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, Colin Hanks, Zach Grenier, Don Amendolia, Susan Kellermann, Erik Steele and Diane Walsh, written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman.

BWW TV: Broadway Beat - Sneak Peek at the Opening Night of 33 Variations
by Craig Brockman - March 12, 2009

33 VARIATIONS, starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, Colin Hanks, Zach Grenier, Don Amendolia, Susan Kellermann, Erik Steele and Diane Walsh. 33 VARIATIONS, written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman opened on Monday, March 9th at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Broadway. Catch all the Opening Night excitement with clips from the show and interviews with the stars direct from Broadway Beat and BroadwayWorld! Jane Fonda heads a cast of eight in 33 VARIATIONS, a new American play written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman, about Katherine Brandt (Jane Fonda) trying to solve a centuries-old mystery about the world's greatest composer. Katherine's obsession takes her from present-day New York to 19th century Austria. As the music that consumes Katherine comes to life on stage, she races against time to find common ground with her daughter and to embrace the legacy of her own life.

Photo Coverage: 33 VARIATIONS Opening Night Party
by Walter McBride - March 10, 2009

David Binder (A Raisin in the Sun) presents the Tectonic Theater Project's production of 33 VARIATIONS, starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, Colin Hanks, Zach Grenier, Don Amendolia, Susan Kellermann, Erik Steele and Diane Walsh. 33 VARIATIONS, written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman opened last night, Monday, March 9th at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Broadway. BroadwayWorld's cameras joined the starry after party to celebrate the production and welcome Jane Fonda back to Broadway!

Photo Coverage: 33 VARIATIONS Broadway Opening Night Arrivals
by Walter McBride - March 10, 2009

BroadwayWorld's cameras were there to celebrate the production and catch the starry crowd as they arrived to welcome Jane Fonda back to Broadway!

Photo Coverage: Dolly Parton Visits Jane Fonda Backstage at 33 VARIATIONS
by Walter McBride - March 10, 2009

David Binder (A Raisin in the Sun) presents the Tectonic Theater Project's production of 33 VARIATIONS, starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, Colin Hanks, Zach Grenier, Don Amendolia, Susan Kellermann, Erik Steele and Diane Walsh. 33 VARIATIONS, written and directed by Moises Kaufman opened last night, Monday, March 9th at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Broadway. BroadwayWorld's cameras were there to celebrate the production and welcome Jane Fonda back to Broadway! And speaking of 'Welcoming to Broadway', former 9 To 5 big screen co-stars Fonda and Dolly Parton had a backstage reunion after last nights opening. Parton will soon call Broadway 'home' as her musical adaptation of 9 To 5 hit the Great White Way at the Marriott Marquis Theatre.

Photo Coverage: 33 VARIATIONS Opening Night Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - March 10, 2009

33 VARIATIONS, written and directed by Moises Kaufman opened last night, Monday, March 9th at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Broadway. BroadwayWorld's cameras were there to celebrate the production and welcome Jane Fonda back to Broadway!

Jane Fonda in 33 Variations Opens Tonight
by Robert Diamond - March 9, 2009

Jane Fonda heads a cast of eight in 33 VARIATIONS, a new American play written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman, about Katherine Brandt (Jane Fonda) trying to solve a centuries-old mystery about the world's greatest composer. Katherine's obsession takes her from present-day New York to 19th century Austria. As the music that consumes Katherine comes to life on stage, she races against time to find common ground with her daughter and to embrace the legacy of her own life.

Photo Flash: Jane Fonda In 33 Variations
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 4, 2009

David Binder (A Raisin in the Sun) presents the Tectonic Theater Project's production of 33 VARIATIONS, currently in previews, starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, Colin Hanks, Zach Grenier, Don Amendolia, Susan Kellermann, Erik Steele and Diane Walsh, written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman.

33 VARIATIONS' Jane Fonda Chats with USA Today
by Eddie Varley - March 3, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, chats with USA Today about her role in this new play and her return to Broadway after a 46 year absence.

Tectonic Theater Project Hosts Benefit Celebrating Premiere of 33 Variations Feb. 26
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2009

Tectonic Theater Project will be hosting a benefit performance and post-performance reception honoring the Broadway Premiere of Mois?s Kaufman?s new play, 33 Variations starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, and Colin Hanks on Thursday, February 26, 2009 at the Eugene O?Neill Theater, 230 W 49th St., New York City. The Post-Play Reception following the evening performance will be hosted by Morgans Hotel Group at Royalton, 44 West 44th Street, and catered by Valrhona Chocolates.

33 Variations FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

33 Variations has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 2009.
Best Play , Best Lighting Design of a Play for David Lander and Best Scenic Design of a Play for Derek McLane.
33 Variations has won two Tony Awards. It won the award for Best Lighting Design of a Play for David Lander and the award for Best Scenic Design of a Play for Derek McLane.
33 Variations has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Derek McLane, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for André J. Pluess, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moisés Kaufman, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for David Lander, Outstanding New Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Derek McLane, Notable Effects - Projections (The Hewes Awards) for Jeff Sugg, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for Derek McLane, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Colin Hanks.
33 Variations has won several awards, including Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Derek McLane, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for André J. Pluess, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moisés Kaufman, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for David Lander, Outstanding New Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Derek McLane, Notable Effects - Projections (The Hewes Awards) for Jeff Sugg, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for Derek McLane, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Colin Hanks.

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