Gem of the Ocean 2004 - Articles Page 13

Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes with one intermission
Opened: December 6, 2004
Closing: February 06, 2005

Gem of the Ocean - 2004 - Broadway History , Info & More

Walter Kerr Theatre (Broadway)
219 West 48th St. New York, NY

Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner August Wilson takes us to the beginning of his 20th century cycle with this play set in 1904 Pittsburgh. When Citizen Barlow, in spiritual turmoil, arrives at Aunt Ester�s house claiming sanctuary from Caesar, the local constable, he sets into motion a series of events, including a journey to the City of Bones, which leads to startling discoveries and sets him on a course where duty leads to redemption.

Gem of the Ocean - 2004 - Broadway Cast

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Gem of the Ocean - 2004 - Broadway Articles Page 13

Nunn, Thomas, Etc. Join Cast of ABC's 'Raisin' Movie
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2006


More stars have joined ABC's upcoming television version of Lorraine Hansbury's grounbreaking 1959 play A Raisin in the Sun

Public's Emergence-SEE! Offers Discount Tix, 11/14-11/19
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2006


Discount tickets for Emergence-SEE!, written and performed by Daniel Beaty and directed by Kenny Leon, will be available from November 14th through 19th

Beaty's Emergence-SEE! Extends at Public to 11/19
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2006


Emergence-SEE!, written and performed by Daniel Beaty and directed by Kenny Leon (Gem of the Ocean, A Raisin in the Sun), will extend at the Public Theater for an additional week. Performances will now run through November 19th

Best Plays of '04-'05 Book Includes Mamet, Wilson, Etc.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2006


Plays by Caryl Churchill, Michael Frayn, David Mamet, Donald Margulies, Paula Vogel, August Wilson and other playwrights of note are celebrated in the 86th edition of The Best Plays Theater Yearbook 2004-2005, which will be released on July 19th by Limelight Edition

Complete Casting Announced for Wilson's Seven Guitars
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2006


Signature Theatre Company (James Houghton, Founding Artistic Director; Kathryn Lipuma, Executive Director) announces complete casting for SEVEN GUITARS, the first play of its 2006-2007 three-play tribute to the works of August Wilson.

Casting Announced for Seven Guitars; Opens Wilson Tribute
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2006


Signature Theatre Company (James Houghton, Founding Artistic Director; Kathryn Lipuma, Executive Director) announces complete casting for SEVEN GUITARS, the first play of its 2006-2007 three-play tribute to the works of August Wilson.

Son's Play Satellites, Starring Oh, Begins Previews 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2006


The Public Theatre's world premiere of Satellites, written by Diana Son and directed by Michael Greif, will begin previews on Tuesday, May 30 in the Martinson Theater and open on June 18th

Oh, Carroll and More Cast in Son's Satellites at the Public
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2006


Sandra Oh, Kevin Carroll, Johanna Day and more will headline Diana Son's Satellites at the Public Theater, where it will open on June 18th

Pierce and Manzay to Headline CTH's Waiting for Godot
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2006


Wendell Pierce and J. Kyle Manzay will headline the Classical Theatre of Harlem's Waiting for Godot, running from May 18th through June 25th

Phylicia Rashad Among Honorees at NCTF Awards Gala, April 10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2006


Phylicia Rashad will be among the honorees of the National Corporate Theatre Fund's April 10th gala and benefit

Color Purple's Felicia Fields and The Wedding Singer Join MCC's MISCAST March 13
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2006


MCC THEATER announced today that FELICIA FIELDS (The Color Purple), along with a special performance by members of Broadway's THE WEDDING SINGER will join the celebrity cast of 'MISCAST,' a star-studded musical revue featuring some of Broadway's biggest names singing show tunes in roles they would never, ever perform.

CENTERSTAGE BRINGS AUGUST WILSON'S FINAL CHAPTER OF 20TH-CENTURY AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE TO BALTIMORE
by James Howard - Mar 5, 2006


WHO: CENTERSTAGE WHAT: August Wilson's Radio Golf WHEN: March 24-April 30. Tuesday - Saturday: 8 pm; Sunday: 7:30 pm; Saturday & Sunday Matinee: 2 pm; and Wednesday Matinee: April 12th at 1 pm. HOW MUCH: $10-$65, with Student & Senior Discounts (half-price on the day of show) See article for further discounts.

Hayley Mills Joins Richard Chamberlain in On Golden Pond Tour, Begins September 2006 in Fort Worth
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2005


Producer Jeffrey Finn announced today that Academy Award-winning film and stage star Hayley Mills will join legendary star Richard Chamberlain to headline the upcoming National Tour of the beloved play ON GOLDEN POND. The 30-week tour of the two-time 2005 Tony Award-nominated production will launch September 5, 2006 in Fort Worth, Texas at Bass Performance Hall. A complete list of touring cities and venues will be announced in the coming weeks.

'05 Henry Hewes Design Awards Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk - Aug 15, 2005


Sixty-nine theatre artists representing 51 shows have been nominated for 2005 Henry Hewes Design Awards

Rashad to Star in Gem of the Ocean in NJ, Oct. 11-30
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2005


Phylicia Rashad will once again play 285 year-old Aunt Ester in Gem of the Ocean when the August Wilson play runs at the McCarter Theatre in Princeton, NJ from October 11th through October 30th

Richard Chamberlain to Star in Tour of On Golden Pond Beginning September 2006
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2005


The tour of the two-time 2005 Tony Award-nominated production will launch September 2006.

Best Plays of Theater Yearbook '04-'05 Announced
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2005


Ten new works from the Broadway, off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway 2004-2005 theatre season have been selected for publication in the latest Best Plays Theater Yearbook

Broadway Season Statistics On the Rise for 2004-2005
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2005


The 2004-2005 Broadway theatre season boasted thriving grosses and a terrific number of Tony-eligible plays and musicals

2004-5 Drama League Award Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2005


Doubt, Twelve Angry Men, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, La Cage and Norbert Leo Butz take home awards.

Outer Critics Circle Announces 2004-05 Award Nominees
by BWW News Desk - Apr 24, 2005


The Light in the Piazza, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Monty Python's Spamalot lead nominations

2004-5 Drama League Award Nominees Announced
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2005


The Drama League is pleased to announce the nominees for The 71st Annual Drama League Awards, which will be presented at its annual luncheon and ceremony on Friday, May 13, 2005.

La Cage Aux Folles: Pat Buchanan's Favorite Musical?
by Michael Dale - Jan 4, 2005


Believe or not, a Jerry Herman tune was once a rallying cry for an anti-gay rights politician

Gem of the Ocean FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Gem of the Ocean have there been?
Gem of the Ocean has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 2004 and Broadway which opened in 2004.
What Tony Awards has Gem of the Ocean been nominated for?
Gem of the Ocean has been nominated for several Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Play, Best Costume Design of a Play for Constanza Romero, Best Lighting Design of a Play for Donald Holder, and Best Scenic Design of a Play for David Gallo.
What awards has Gem of the Ocean been nominated for?
Gem of the Ocean has been nominated for two awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Donald Holder was nominated for Outstanding Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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