Wit 1998 - Articles Page 15

Opened: September 19, 1998

Wit - 1998 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

MCC Theater
511 West 52nd St New York, NY 10019

Wit, a one-act play written by Margaret Edson, is a powerful and poignant exploration of mortality and the human spirit in the face of terminal illness. Debuting in 1995, Wit quickly garnered critical acclaim for its insightful writing and raw emotional impact. In 1999, it was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, solidifying its place as a significant work of contemporary theatre.



The play centers around Vivian Bearing, a brilliant but emotionally reserved professor of Donne poetry, diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer. As Vivian undergoes aggressive treatment, the audience witnesses her grapple with mortality, her strained relationship with her students and colleagues, and the search for meaning in her final days.



While cancer is a central element in the play, Wit transcends the confines of a medical drama. It delves into themes of human connection, the power of language, and the enduring search for intellectual and emotional fulfillment.

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North Coast Repertory Theatre Extends SPELLING BEE Prior To Opening 7/3-8/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2010


North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas

North Coast Repertory Theatre Extends SPELLING BEE Prior To Opening 7/3-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 22, 2010


North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas

Mike Nichols Honored At The 38th Annual AFI Life Achievement Award 6/10
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2010


The American Film Institute and TV Land announced today that many of Hollywood's finest will be on hand to salute acclaimed and beloved film, television and stage director Mike Nichols when he receives the 38th AFI Life Achievement Award on June 10, 2010 on the historic Stage 15 at the Sony Pictures Studios.

Hanks, Streep, Roberts & Cher Honor Mike Nichols with AFI Life Achievement Award, 6/10
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2010


The American Film Institute and TV Land announced today that American film's finest performers Cher, Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep are among the many in the arts and entertainment community who are scheduled to appear when AFI honors beloved film, television and stage director Mike Nichols with the AFI Life Achievement Award. The gala will take place on Thursday, June 10th in the historic Stage 15 on the Sony Studios lot in Culver City, CA. 'TV Land Presents: The AFI Life Achievement Awards Honoring Mike Nichols' premieres on TV Land in June.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

Lincoln Center Festival 2010 Announces Updated Lineup
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2010


Lincoln Center Festival 2010 is sponsored by American Express. Lincoln Center Festival 2010 is also made possible by Nancy A. Marks, LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable Trust, Isilon Systems, The Skirball Foundation, The Harold & Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust, The Katzenberger Foundation, Inc.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

Mike Nichols Honored At The 38th Annual AFI Life Achievement Award 6/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2010


The American Film Institute and TV Land announced today that many of Hollywood's finest will be on hand to salute acclaimed and beloved film, television and stage director Mike Nichols when he receives the 38th AFI Life Achievement Award on June 10, 2010 on the historic Stage 15 at the Sony Pictures Studios.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Production Company's COPENHAGEN Closes 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010


The ghosts who have taken up residence with The Production Company are a restless lot, filled with a crackling, questing vitality rarely found even among the living. As embodied with disquieting fierceness by Sara Lilly, David Ross Paterson, and Skip Pipo in COPENHAGEN, this endlessly fascinating play by Michael Frayn is directed with surgical exactitude by August Viveirto to a fever pitch. These spectral presences just won't stop haunting one another with their questions and revisions and caveats. Give them the courtesy of your full attention, and you'll find them taking possession of your own imagination as well, probably raising your blood pressure in the process. They prove themselves electrifying companions.

The Production Company Presents COPENHAGEN 4/23-5/29
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2010


The ghosts who have taken up residence with The Production Company are a restless lot, filled with a crackling, questing vitality rarely found even among the living. As embodied with disquieting fierceness by Sara Lilly, David Ross Paterson, and Skip Pipo in COPENHAGEN, this endlessly fascinating play by Michael Frayn is directed with surgical exactitude by August Viveirto to a fever pitch. These spectral presences just won't stop haunting one another with their questions and revisions and caveats. Give them the courtesy of your full attention, and you'll find them taking possession of your own imagination as well, probably raising your blood pressure in the process. They prove themselves electrifying companions.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

Legendary Singer-Songwriter Jimmy Webb To Entertain the Opera House 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010


Legendary Singer-Songwriter Jimmy Webb To Entertain the Opera House 5/15

NVOP Presents 'An Evening With Jimmy Webb' 5/15
by Charlie Piane - May 11, 2010


Legendary Singer Songwriter Jimmy Webb to Entertain the Opera House

Joe's Pub Announces Julian Fleisher 5/5, Michelle Shocked 5/6 & More
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2010


Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

Joe's Pub Announces Julian Fleisher 5/5, Michelle Shocked 5/6 & More
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2010


Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

Legendary Singer-Songwriter Jimmy Webb To Entertain the Opera House 5/15
by Charlie Piane - May 3, 2010


Legendary Singer-Songwriter Jimmy Webb To Entertain the Opera House 5/15

Broadway Blog - COLLECTED STORIES Review Roundup
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2010


Tony Award winner Linda Lavin and director Lynne Meadow, who collaborated on MTC's The Tale of the Allergist's Wife, reunite for a new production of Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies' celebrated drama also starring Sarah Paulson. Collected Stories chronicles the relationship between two female writers: Ruth Steiner (Lavin), a celebrated New York author with a dry wit and a distinguished career; and her bright-eyed young protege, Lisa Morrison. As their relationship evolves and the line between fact and fiction starts to blur, their fascinating story comes to an explosive conclusion.

Hanks, Streep, Roberts & Cher Honor Mike Nichols with AFI Life Achievement Award, 6/10
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 28, 2010


The American Film Institute and TV Land announced today that American film's finest performers Cher, Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep are among the many in the arts and entertainment community who are scheduled to appear when AFI honors beloved film, television and stage director Mike Nichols with the AFI Life Achievement Award. The gala will take place on Thursday, June 10th in the historic Stage 15 on the Sony Studios lot in Culver City, CA. 'TV Land Presents: The AFI Life Achievement Awards Honoring Mike Nichols' premieres on TV Land in June.

AFI And TV Land Announces Benefit Committee For Mike Nichols Gala
by Charlie Piane - Apr 26, 2010


Top artists from the entertainment community will come together on June 10, 2010 as AFI presents the 38th AFI Life Achievement Award - the highest honor for a career in film -- to acclaimed director Mike Nichols. The 25 artists from film, television and the stage who have confirmed their participation on the AFI Benefit Committee in support of the event are: Amy Adams, Warren Beatty, Annette Bening, Candice Bergen, Cher, Nora Ephron, Harrison Ford, Whoopi Goldberg, Tom Hanks, Dustin Hoffman, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Shirley MacLaine, Steve Martin, Elaine May, Jack Nicholson, Al Pacino, Mary-Louise Parker, Natalie Portman, Robert Redford, Julia Roberts, Meryl Streep, Elizabeth Taylor, Emma Thompson, Sigourney Weaver and Robin Williams. 'TV Land Presents: The AFI Life Achievement Award Honoring Mike Nichols' will air on TV Land on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

AFI Sets Committee for TV Land Presents: The AFI Life Achievement Award
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 26, 2010


Top artists from the entertainment community will come together on June 10, 2010 as AFI presents the 38th AFI Life Achievement Award -- the highest honor for a career in film -- to acclaimed director Mike Nichols.

The Production Company Presents COPENHAGEN 4/23-5/29
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2010


The ghosts who have taken up residence with The Production Company are a restless lot, filled with a crackling, questing vitality rarely found even among the living. As embodied with disquieting fierceness by Sara Lilly, David Ross Paterson, and Skip Pipo in COPENHAGEN, this endlessly fascinating play by Michael Frayn is directed with surgical exactitude by August Viveirto to a fever pitch. These spectral presences just won't stop haunting one another with their questions and revisions and caveats. Give them the courtesy of your full attention, and you'll find them taking possession of your own imagination as well, probably raising your blood pressure in the process. They prove themselves electrifying companions.

The Production Company Set for COPENHAGEN, 4/23-5/30
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2010


The ghosts who have taken up residence with The Production Company are a restless lot, filled with a crackling, questing vitality rarely found even among the living. As embodied with disquieting fierceness by Sara Lilly, David Ross Paterson, and Skip Pipo in COPENHAGEN, this endlessly fascinating play by Michael Frayn is directed with surgical exactitude by August Viveirto to a fever pitch. These spectral presences just won't stop haunting one another with their questions and revisions and caveats. Give them the courtesy of your full attention, and you'll find them taking possession of your own imagination as well, probably raising your blood pressure in the process. They prove themselves electrifying companions.

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Wit - 1998 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1999 Drama League Awards Distinguished Production of a Play 0
1999 Obie Awards Performance Kathleen Chalfant
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards John Gassner Playwriting Award Margaret Edson

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