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FENCES Breaks Cort Theatre's House Record for Fourth Time
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 21, 2010


The first Broadway revival of August Wilson's 1987 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play FENCES, which won the 2010 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, broke the box office record for the FOURTH time at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, NYC) for the week ending June 20, 2010, grossing $1,135,973.50.

Denzel Washington And Viola Davis To Take FENCES To London?
by Charlie Piane - Jun 17, 2010


Denzel Washington and Viola Davis may be heading to London in FENCES, according to Baz Bamigboye in the U.K. Daily Mail.

Tony-Winning FENCES Breaks House Record for Third Time
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 14, 2010


The first Broadway revival of August Wilson's 1987 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play FENCES, which won the Tony Award last night for Best Revival of a Play, broke the box office record for the third time at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, NYC) for the week ending June 13, 2010, grossing $1,057,268.50.

PTC's MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM Closes 6/13
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2010


Philadelphia Theatre Company concludes its 2009-2010 season with August Wilson's masterpiece and first Broadway success Ma Rainey's Black Bottom on May 21-June 13.

FENCES' Kenny Leon & Viola Davis Visit 'The Charlie Rose Show'
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 9, 2010


Academy Award nominee and Tony-winner Viola Davis and director Kenny Leon, both Tony-nominated for their work on FENCES, will be featured on tonight's edition of 'The Charlie Rose Show.' 'The Charlie Rose Show' airs on WNET Channel 13 at 11:00 PM ET (check local listings).

FENCES' Kenny Leon & Viola Davis Visit The Charlie Rose Show Tonight
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 7, 2010


Academy Award nominee and Tony-winner Viola Davis and director Kenny Leon, both Tony-nominated for their work on FENCES, will be featured on tonight's edition of 'The Charlie Rose Show.' 'The Charlie Rose Show' airs on WNET Channel 13 at 11:00 PM ET (check local listings).

FENCES Breaks Box Office Record At Cort Theatre & Recoups
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 7, 2010


The first Broadway revival of August Wilson's 1987 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play FENCES, broke the box office record for the second time at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, NYC) for the week ending June 6, 2010, grossing $1,024,316.50.

STAGE TUBE: FENCES' Viola Davis Visits MSNBC's Morning Joe
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 3, 2010


Academy Award nominee and Tony Award winner Viola Davis, nominated for a Tony Award this season for her performance opposite two-time Academy Award-winner and Tony nominee Denzel Washington in August Wilson's FENCES, was featured this morning on MSNBC's 'Morning Joe'.

FENCES Grosses Over $1 Million for Second Week
by Abigail Arnold - Jun 1, 2010


The current Broadway production of FENCES, written by August Wilson and starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis, just reported its second week of over one million dollars in grosses, according to www.deadline.com. FENCES reported grossing $1,002,750 last week. The week of May 9, FENCES grossed $1,008,103.50, grossing more than any previous production at the Cort Theatre, where it is playing.

STAGE TUBE: FENCES Star Denzel Washington Visits Good Morning America
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2010


Two-time Academy Award-winner Denzel Washington, nominated for a Tony Award this season for his performance opposite Academy Award nominee and Tony Award winner Viola Davis in August Wilson's FENCES, was featured this morning on ABC's 'Good Morning America.'

FENCES Stars Set For Theater Talk 5/27, TONY Predictions 6/5
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2010


Theater Talk, the series devoted to the world of the stage, is co-hosted by Michael Riedel, Broadway columnist for the New York Post, and series executive producer Susan Haskins.

FENCES Stars Set For Theater Talk 5/27, TONY Predictions 6/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 25, 2010


Theater Talk, the series devoted to the world of the stage, is co-hosted by Michael Riedel, Broadway columnist for the New York Post, and series executive producer Susan Haskins.

BRIDGE & FENCES Share Drama Desk Award for Best Revival of a Play!
by Jessica Lewis - May 23, 2010


A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE and FENCES share the 2010 Drama Desk Award for Best Revival of a Play.

Davis Wins Drama Desk Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for FENCES!
by Jessica Lewis - May 23, 2010


Viola Davis is this year's recipient of the 2010 Drama Desk Award for Best Featred Actress in a Play.

FENCES Wins Drama Desk Award for Best Music for a Play!
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 23, 2010


Brandford Marsalis is this year's recipient of the 2010 Drama Desk Award for Best Original Music for a Play.

FENCES' Davis, Leon & Henderson Set For Theater Talk This Weekend 5/22-23
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2010


Academy Award nominee and Tony-winner Viola Davis, director Kenny Leon and Stephen McKinley Henderson, all Tony-nominated for their work on FENCES, will appear this weekend on 'Theater Talk.' 'Theater Talk' airs on Channel Thirteen on Saturday, May 22 at 12:30 AM and on CUNY TV Saturday, May 22 at 8:30 PM; Sunday, May 23 at 12:30 PM and Monday, May 24 at 7:30 AM, 1:30 PM, and 7:30 PM.

Washington And Davis Talk FENCES To NY Times
by Charlie Piane - May 21, 2010


Washington and Davis recently discussed their roles with the New York Times.

FENCES' Davis, Leon & Henderson Set For Theater Talk This Weekend 5/22-23
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2010


Academy Award nominee and Tony-winner Viola Davis, director Kenny Leon and Stephen McKinley Henderson, all Tony-nominated for their work on FENCES, will appear this weekend on 'Theater Talk.' 'Theater Talk' airs on Channel Thirteen on Saturday, May 22 at 12:30 AM and on CUNY TV Saturday, May 22 at 8:30 PM; Sunday, May 23 at 12:30 PM and Monday, May 24 at 7:30 AM, 1:30 PM, and 7:30 PM.

PTC Presents MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM 5/21-6/13
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2010


Philadelphia Theatre Company concludes its 2009-2010 season with August Wilson's masterpiece and first Broadway success Ma Rainey's Black Bottom on May 21-June 13.

Christopher Walken of A BEHANDING Set For TheaterTalk 5/27
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2010


Theater Talk, the series devoted to the world of the stage, is co-hosted by Michael Riedel, Broadway columnist for the New York Post, and series executive producer Susan Haskins.

Christopher Walken of A BEHANDING Set For TheaterTalk 5/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2010


Theater Talk, the series devoted to the world of the stage, is co-hosted by Michael Riedel, Broadway columnist for the New York Post, and series executive producer Susan Haskins.

STAGE TUBE: Denzel Washington Visits Regis and Kelly
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 11, 2010


Two-time Academy Award-winner Denzel Washington, currently starring alongside Academy Award nominee and Tony Award winner Viola Davis in the first Broadway revival of August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning FENCES, was featured on 'Live with Regis & Kelly' yesterday.

FENCES Breaks Box Office Record For The Cort Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2010


The first Broadway revival of August Wilson's 1987 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play FENCES broke the box office record at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, NYC) for the week ending May 9, 2010, grossing $1,008,103.50.

CT's Eugene O'Neill to Receive 2010 Regional Tony
by Robert Diamond - May 3, 2010


The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced on May 3 that the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center will receive the 2010 Regional Theatre Tony Award, which is presented on the recommendation of the American Theatre Critics' Association. The award will be formally bestowed at the 64th Annual Tony Awards ceremony on June 13th. The American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards®, which are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing will air live on CBS on June 13th (8-11 p.m. ET).

RIALTO CHATTER: FENCES Headed to the West End?
by Rialto Chatter - Apr 30, 2010


The U.K. Daily Mail is reporting that the Broadway production of FENCES, starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis may transfer to the West End following it's final curtain call in New York on July 11, 2010. Washington is reportedly in the early stages of negotiations to make the transfer with the show.

Fences FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Fences have there been?
Fences has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1987 and Broadway which opened in 2010.
What Tony Awards has Fences been nominated for?
Fences has been nominated for two Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Play and Best Direction of a Play for Lloyd Richards.
What Tony Awards has Fences won?
Fences has won several Tony Awards, including Best Play and Best Direction of a Play for Lloyd Richards.
What awards has Fences been nominated for?
Fences has been nominated for several awards, including Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, the Distinguished Performance Award for James Earl Jones at the Drama League Awards, Best Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, the John Gassner Playwriting Award for August Wilson at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Scenic Design for James D. Sandefur at The Hewes Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for August Wilson, and Performance for Courtney B. Vance at the Theatre World Awards.
What awards has Fences won?
Fences has won several awards, including Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. James Earl Jones received the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards. The show also won Best Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and August Wilson received the John Gassner Playwriting Award for his work on Fences. James D. Sandefur won the Scenic Design category at The Hewes Awards. Fences was also awarded the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and Courtney B. Vance received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards.

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