Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune 1987 - Articles Page 3

Ages: 16+
Opened: December 4, 1987
Closing: March 12, 1989

Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune - 1987 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Westside Theatre (Upstairs)
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Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune, written by Terrence McNally, is a two-character romantic drama that explores themes of loneliness, intimacy, and the complexities of human connection.



The play opens in a Manhattan walk-up apartment after a one-night stand between Frankie, a cynical waitress, and Johnny, a short-order cook from the same restaurant. Frankie, yearning for normalcy, expects Johnny to leave after their encounter. However, Johnny, a shy and emotionally guarded man, hesitates. Over the course of the night, fueled by conversation, arguments, and vulnerability, an unexpected connection begins to develop.



Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune received critical acclaim for its honest portrayal of human relationships. It has been revived numerous times and continues to resonate with audiences due to its exploration of universal themes and its poignant portrayal of two lonely souls finding solace and connection in each other.

Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune - 1987 - Off-Broadway Cast

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John Lithgow, Larry Kramer, Campbell Brown et al. Join Dustin Lance Black's '8' Reading on Broadway, 9/19
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 8, 2011


Academy, Tony and four-time Emmy Award nominee Bob Balaban; acclaimed 'White Collar' television star Matt Bomer; Emmy Award-winning journalist Campbell Brown; celebrated playwright and gay rights activist Larry Kramer; two-time Academy Award-nominated, multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning, two-time Tony Award-winning actor John Lithgow; Tony Award nominee and Broadway Impact Co-Founder Rory O'Malley; and Emmy Award winner and three-time Golden Globe Award nominee Bradley Whitford will appear in the world premiere of '8' on Broadway, joining the previously announced Anthony Edwards, Morgan Freeman, Cheyenne Jackson, Christine Lahti, Rob Reiner, Yeardley Smith and Marisa Tomei. The production is an unprecedented account of the Federal District Court trial in Perry v. Schwarzenegger (now Perry v. Brown), the case filed by AFER to overturn Proposition 8, which eliminated the right to marry for gay and lesbian couples in California.

DETROIT is Bound for Broadway this Fall
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 11, 2011


Steppenwolf Theatre Company is pleased to announce its new American play Detroit by Lisa D'Amour and directed by ensemble member Austin Pendleton will open on Broadway early fall 2011. Detroit makes its Broadway debut following world premiere at Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre Company, September 9 - November 7, 2010. Casting for the Broadway engagement will be announced shortly.

Couple Brings Chemistry to 'Frankie and Johnny'
by Jan Nargi - Dec 15, 2010


Husband and wife actors Anne Gottlieb and Robert Pemberton are 'naturals' in New Rep production of Terrence McNally's 'Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune'

Official: Tyne Daly to Star in MASTER CLASS at MTC May 2011
by Robert Diamond - Dec 15, 2010


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) announced that Tony and Emmy Award winner Tyne Daly will return to Manhattan Theatre Club as Maria Callas in a new Broadway production of Terrence McNally's award-winning play MASTER CLASS directed by Stephen Wadsworth.

American Stage Breaks Season Subscription Record
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 26, 2010


American Stage Theatre Company's 31st season has seen several high points, not the least of which is the recent announcement of the record number of subscriptions the theatre sold for its 2009-2010 season.

MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Plays Final Performance at Westside Theatre, 1/3
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2010


On Sunday, January 3rd, The Marvelous Wonderettes will play its final performance at 3:00PM at New York's Westside Side Theatre. Written and directed by Roger Bean, The Marvelous Wonderettes currently features Courtney Balan, Christina DeCicco, Lindsay Mendez and Lowe Taylor.

The Canadian Stage Company Announces ROCK 'N' ROLL, Runs 9/28-10/24 In Toronto, 11/7-29 At Edmonton
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company launches the 2009-2010 Season with the Canadian premiere of the Broadway and West End hit Rock 'n' Roll by Tom Stoppard.

The Canadian Stage Company Announces ROCK 'N' ROLL, Runs 9/28-10/24 In Toronto, 11/7-29 At Edmonton
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company launches the 2009-2010 Season with the Canadian premiere of the Broadway and West End hit Rock 'n' Roll by Tom Stoppard.

MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Plays Final Performance at Westside Theatre, 1/3
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 6, 2009


On Sunday, January 3rd, The Marvelous Wonderettes will play its final performance at 3:00PM at New York's Westside Side Theatre. Written and directed by Roger Bean, The Marvelous Wonderettes currently features Courtney Balan, Christina DeCicco, Lindsay Mendez and Lowe Taylor.

The Canadian Stage Company Announces ROCK 'N' ROLL, Runs 9/28-10/24 In Toronto, 11/7-29 At Edmonton
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company launches the 2009-2010 Season with the Canadian premiere of the Broadway and West End hit Rock 'n' Roll by Tom Stoppard.

The Canadian Stage Company Announces ROCK 'N' ROLL, Runs 9/28-10/24 In Toronto, 11/7-29 At Edmonton
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company launches the 2009-2010 Season with the Canadian premiere of the Broadway and West End hit Rock 'n' Roll by Tom Stoppard.

The Canadian Stage Company Announces ROCK 'N' ROLL, Runs 9/28-10/24 In Toronto, 11/7-29 At Edmonton
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 15, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company launches the 2009-2010 Season with the Canadian premiere of the Broadway and West End hit Rock 'n' Roll by Tom Stoppard.

SATER presents regional premiere of 'Frankie & Johnny in the Claire de Lune'
by Buster Spiller - Jun 2, 2009


The Shane-Arts Theatrical Ensemble Repertory (SATER) is proud to present one of the great stage love stories, Terrence McNally's rapturously, romantic comedy Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune, opening at the Dallas Hub Theater on Fri., Jun. 5 and running through Jun. 13.

MTC To Hold Samuel J. Friedman Dedication Ceremony 9/4
by BWW News Desk - Sep 4, 2008


The Tony Award-winning Manhattan Theatre Club (Peter J. Solomon, Chairman of the Board; Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director; Barry Grove, Executive Producer) will dedicate its Broadway theatre the 'Samuel J. Friedman Theatre' on Thursday, September 4.

ICT To Present McNally's 'Frankie and Johnny' 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2008


Two people who meet by chance discover they were meant to be together in Terence McNally's bittersweet comedy, Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune.

MTC To Hold Samuel J. Friedman Dedication Ceremony 9/4
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 11, 2008


The Tony Award-winning Manhattan Theatre Club (Peter J. Solomon, Chairman of the Board; Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director; Barry Grove, Executive Producer) will dedicate its Broadway theatre the 'Samuel J. Friedman Theatre' on Thursday, September 4.

ICT To Present McNally's 'Frankie and Johnny' 8/29
by Faetra Petillo - Jul 25, 2008


Two people who meet by chance discover they were meant to be together in Terence McNally's bittersweet comedy, Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune.

MTC Renames Biltmore Samuel J. Friedman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2008


The Tony Awardâ-winning Manhattan Theatre Club (Peter J. Solomon, Chairman of the Board; Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director; Barry Grove, Executive Producer) today announced it will rename its Broadway house, the landmarked Biltmore Theatre, the 'Samuel J. Friedman Theatre' in recognition of the pioneering Broadway publicist.

Arena Stage Offers a Glowing 'Frankie and Johnny'
by Maya Cantu - Mar 4, 2007


Although it could benefit from a little more spontaneity at times, Arena Stage offers a lovely production of Terrence McNally's bittersweet romance Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune

Buddeke & D'Ambrosio to Star in Arena's 'Frankie & Johnny'
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2007


Kate Buddeke and Vito D'Ambrosio will star in Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune at Arena Stage in D.C.

Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune have there been?
Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune has had 5 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1987, Off-Broadway which opened in 1987, Broadway which opened in 2002, Broadway which opened in 2002 and Broadway which opened in 2019.
What awards has Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune been nominated for?
Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune has been nominated for the Performance category at the Obie Awards. Kathy Bates received this nomination for her role in the show.
What awards has Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune won?
Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune has won the Performance (Obie Awards) for Kathy Bates.

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