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Opened: March 26, 1987
Closing: June 26, 1988

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Suzan-Lori Parks To Direct Wilson's 'Fences' On Broadway
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 16, 2008


Suzan-Lori Parks will be directing what many consider August Wilson's greatest masterpiece, Fences. The revival will come to Broadway in the Spring of 2009.

'Working in the Theatre' August Wilson Feature Airs 5/27
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2007


The American Theatre Wing's 'Working in the Theatre' reflects upon August Wilson's legendary career on CUNY TV on Sunday, May 27 at 5 p.m.

King Hedley Extends at Signature Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2007


Signature Theatre Company (James Houghton, Founding Artistic Director; Kathryn M. Lipuma, Executive Director) announced today that it would extend August Wilson's KING HEDLEY II one additional week since the originally scheduled run has been sold-out for weeks.

Signature Theatre Pays Tribute to August Wilson on Feb. 26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2007


Signature Theatre Company, under the direction of Founding Artistic Director James Houghton and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma, will pay tribute to the late Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson at their annual Benefit Gala on Monday, February 26.

Jones, Pierce, Etc. Join Fences, with Bassett & Fishburne
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2006


Orlando Jones and more have joined the cast of the upcoming Pasadena Playhouse production of August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning Fences, featuring Angela Bassett and Laurence Fishburne

Fishburne and Bassett to Star in LA Fences, 8/25-10/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2006


Fences, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by August Wilson, will be presented at the Pasadena Playhouse from August 25th through October 1st in a production starring Laurence Fishburne and Angela Bassett

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.

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.

On Golden Pond Confirmed to Close on June 26
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2005


With James Earl Jones out of commission with pneunomia until August, the show will close on June 26.

2005 Tony Awards Q&A: James Earl Jones
by Robert Diamond - Jun 3, 2005


Nominated for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play, James Earl Jones has a long and distinguished career on stage...

James Earl Jones & Leslie Uggams on THE VIEW 4/26
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2005


James Earl Jones and Leslie Uggams, the Tony Award-winning stars of the new Broadway production of ON GOLDEN POND, will appear in a special joint appearance on The View with Barbara Walters and her co-hosts this coming Tuesday, April 26.

Photo Coverage: On Golden Pond Opening Night Party
by Linda Lenzi - Apr 8, 2005


BroadwayWorld was there to cover the opening night bash for On Golden Pond at Blue Fin at the W Hotel.

Photo Coverage: On Golden Pond Opening Night Arrivals
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2005


On Golden Pond opened last night at the Cort Theatre on Broadway, and BroadwayWorld was there covering the red carpet.

On Golden Pond's James Earl Jones and Leslie Uggams on Weekend Today March 27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2005


James Earl Jones and Leslie Uggams, the Tony-winning stars of the new Broadway production of ON GOLDEN POND, will appear in a special joint interview on Weekend Today this Sunday morning, March 27.

Photo Coverage: On Golden Pond Press Preview
by Ben Strothmann - Mar 7, 2005


James Earl Jones and Leslie Uggams star in the revival which begins previews March 22, and opens on April 7.

ON GOLDEN POND Nominated for 4 Helen Hayes Awards
by BWW News Desk - Mar 1, 2005


It was announced today that the upcoming Broadway production of ON GOLDEN POND, starring the legendary James Earl Jones and Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams, has been nominated for 4 Helen Hayes Awards, the prestigious awards that pay tribute to excellence in professional theater in Washington, DC. The production premiered last Fall at The Kennedy Center.

Box Office for On Golden Pond Opens Monday 2/28
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2005


The box office at The Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street) will open on Monday, February 28 at 10AM for the new production of the beloved play ON GOLDEN POND starring two-time Tony Award winner and Academy Award nominee James Earl Jones (Fences, The Great White Hope) and Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams (Hallelujah, Baby!, King Hedley II).

On Golden Pond Tickets Go On Sale February 17, Box Office Opens February 28
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2005


Tickets for the new production of the beloved play ON GOLDEN POND starring two-time Tony Award winner and Academy Award nominee James Earl Jones (Fences, The Great White Hope) and Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams (Hallelujah, Baby!, King Hedley II) will go on sale to the general public beginning Thursday, February 17 at 10AM.

Jason Alexander hosts tribute to James Earl Jones
by BWW - May 6, 2004


Jason Alexander will host the 2004 annual Tony Awards Party as the Julie Harris Award for Lifetime Achievement is presented to James Earl Jones, by Henry Winkler on behalf of Hollywood's theatrical community at the eighth annual Tony Awards Party to benefit AID FOR AIDS and THE ACTORS' FUND OF AMERICA.

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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