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Opened: April 21, 1985
Closing: July 07, 1985

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STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 3
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 15, 2014


Larry Kramer's unabashed indictment of the politics surrounding the early days of the AIDS epidemic debuted in 1985 and is no less surprising or powerful almost 30 years later. Set in New York City, The Normal Heart unfolds like a real-life political thriller as Ned Weeks and a close-knit group of friends shout into the darkness about what they see happening to their friends and community. This deeply moving play is part of freeFall's SEASON OF OUTCASTS, and plays through tomorrow, February 16. Scroll down to see Part 3 of The Making of freeFall's The Normal Heart!

STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 2
by Diana Heisroth - Feb 7, 2014


Larry Kramer's unabashed indictment of the politics surrounding the early days of the AIDS epidemic debuted in 1985 and is no less surprising or powerful almost 30 years later. Set in New York City, The Normal Heart unfolds like a real-life political thriller as Ned Weeks and a close-knit group of friends shout into the darkness about what they see happening to their friends and community. This deeply moving play is part of freeFall's SEASON OF OUTCASTS, and plays through February 16.

STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 1
by Diana Heisroth - Jan 24, 2014


This deeply moving play is part of freeFall's SEASON OF OUTCASTS, and plays through February 16. Click below to watch the first of three behind-the-scenes videos with the cast and creative team!

freeFall Theatre Presents THE NORMAL HEART, Now thru 2/16
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2014


Larry Kramer's unabashed indictment of the politics surrounding the early days of the AIDS epidemic debuted in 1985 and is no less surprising or powerful almost 30 years later. Set in New York City, The Normal Heart unfolds like a real-life political thriller as Ned Weeks and a close-knit group of friends shout into the darkness about what they see happening to their friends and community. Their warnings erupt into all-out fury as everyone from government leaders, healthcare providers and the mainstream media ignore the mounting crisis. The Normal Heart was revived on Broadway in 2011 for a limited, sold-out run. It won three Tony Awards and has been made into an HBO motion picture starring Julia Roberts and Mark Ruffalo. This deeply moving play is part of freeFall's SEASON OF OUTCASTS, and plays through February 16.

STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 1
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 24, 2014


Larry Kramer's unabashed indictment of the politics surrounding the early days of the AIDS epidemic debuted in 1985 and is no less surprising or powerful almost 30 years later. Set in New York City, The Normal Heart unfolds like a real-life political thriller as Ned Weeks and a close-knit group of friends shout into the darkness about what they see happening to their friends and community. Their warnings erupt into all-out fury as everyone from government leaders, healthcare providers and the mainstream media ignore the mounting crisis. The Normal Heart was revived on Broadway in 2011 for a limited, sold-out run. It won three Tony Awards and has been made into an HBO motion picture starring Julia Roberts and Mark Ruffalo. This deeply moving play is part of freeFall's SEASON OF OUTCASTS, and plays through February 16.

Photo Flash: Promo Shots for freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2014


Larry Kramer's unabashed indictment of the politics surrounding the early days of the AIDS epidemic debuted in 1985 and is no less surprising or powerful almost 30 years later. Set in New York City, The Normal Heart unfolds like a real-life political thriller as Ned Weeks and a close-knit group of friends shout into the darkness about what they see happening to their friends and community. Their warnings erupt into all-out fury as everyone from government leaders, healthcare providers and the mainstream media ignore the mounting crisis. The Normal Heart was revived on Broadway in 2011 for a limited, sold-out run. It won three Tony Awards and has been made into an HBO motion picture starring Julia Roberts and Mark Ruffalo. This deeply moving play is part of freeFall's SEASON OF OUTCASTS, and plays through February 16.

freeFall Theatre to Present THE NORMAL HEART, 1/25-2/16
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 10, 2014


Larry Kramer's unabashed indictment of the politics surrounding the early days of the AIDS epidemic debuted in 1985 and is no less surprising or powerful almost 30 years later. Set in New York City, The Normal Heart unfolds like a real-life political thriller as Ned Weeks and a close-knit group of friends shout into the darkness about what they see happening to their friends and community. Their warnings erupt into all-out fury as everyone from government leaders, healthcare providers and the mainstream media ignore the mounting crisis. The Normal Heart was revived on Broadway in 2011 for a limited, sold-out run. It won three Tony Awards and has been made into an HBO motion picture starring Julia Roberts and Mark Ruffalo. This deeply moving play is part of freeFall's SEASON OF OUTCASTS, and plays through February 16.

HBO to Air Larry Kramer Documentary to Coincide with 'NORMAL HEART' Debut This May
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 10, 2014


HBO announced yesterday that they will debut an array of diverse, timely and thought-provoking documentary films in the coming months including LARRY KRAMER (working title) this May.

Ryan Murphy: HBO's NORMAL HEART Adds '40 to 45 Percent New Material'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 10, 2014


At a panel discussion yesterday for HBO's highly anticiapted drama, THE NORMAL HEART, producer Ryan Murphy shared that he has added a considerable amount of new material to Larry Kramer's Tony-award winning play.

Ryan Murphy Calls THE NORMAL HEART His 'Biggest Labor of Love'
by Molly Tracy - Dec 13, 2013


Ryan Murphy (Glee, American Horor Story) has talked openly about his excitement about A NORMAL HEART to Entertainment Weekly. Murphy had much to say on the subject matter and what the story means for civil rights, as well as the storyline itself, and how fitting it is for this time in American history.

VIDEO: First Look - THIRTEEN's Great Performances' STING: THE LAST SHIP, Airing 2/19
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 9, 2013


Sting: The Last Ship will air on THIRTEEN's Great Performances, Friday, February 21 at 9 p.m., ET on PBS (check local listings) and features the 16-time Grammy Award-winning musician performing songs from his new album, The Last Ship

Sting's THE LAST SHIP Concert to Air 2/21 on PBS's GREAT PERFORMANCES
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 9, 2013


Sting: The Last Ship will air on THIRTEEN's Great Performances, Friday, February 21 at 9 p.m., ET on PBS (check local listings) and features the 16-time Grammy Award-winning musician performing songs from his new album, The Last Ship, and forthcoming play of the same name in an intimate evening of music and storytelling live at The Public Theater in New York City.

BWW Reviews: Zeitgeist's THE NORMAL HEART Is Powerful Theatre
by Jan Nargi - Nov 22, 2013


Be prepared to be enraged, enlightened and deeply moved by the Zeitgeist Stage Company's riveting production of Larry Kramer's autobiographical drama.

Fountain Theatre Extends THE NORMAL HEART Through 12/15
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 10, 2013


The Fountain Theatre's exclusive L.A. revival of The Normal Heart, which received extensive critical acclaim and has been playing to sold-out houses, will extend through Dec. 15.

BWW Reviews: Fountain Theatre Knocks Revival of Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART Out of the Park
by Don Grigware - Oct 1, 2013


The Normal Heart/by Larry Kramer/directed by Simon Levy/Fountain Theatre/through November 3

Photo Flash: First Look at Tim Cummings Bill Brochtrup and More in Fountain Theatre's THE NORMAL HEART
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2013


Fueled by love, anger, hope and pride, a circle of friends struggles to contain a mysterious disease ravaging New York's gay community. Simon Levy directs the exclusive Los Angeles revival of Larry Kramer's groundbreaking drama about public and private indifference to the onset of the AIDS crisis, and one man's fight to awaken the world to its urgency. The Normal Heart opens Sept. 21 at the Fountain Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Pride Films and Plays Presents MISS COCO PERU Tonight; WELL STRUNG and NORMAL HEART Set for Oct 2013
by Molly Tracy - Sep 20, 2013


Pride Films and Plays presents three incredible opportunities, to see Miss Coco Peru, Well-Strung, an all male quartet of string musicians, and a production of the Normal Heart.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 28th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Aug 28, 2013


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Tonight's Fall Theater Preview Party, the three big local premieres, upcoming: 'Spamalot' and two new works, 'Death Boogie' and 'The Old Man And The Old Moon,' plus a 'Schoolhouse Rock Live' milestone, the Dramatists Guild conference and more!

Verton R. Banks, Bill Brochtrup, Matt Gottlieb & More Set for THE NORMAL HEART at Fountain Theatre; Opens 9/21
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2013


Fueled by love, anger, hope and pride, a circle of friends struggles to contain a mysterious disease ravaging New York's gay community. Simon Levy directs the exclusive Los Angeles revival of Larry Kramer's groundbreaking drama about public and private indifference to the onset of the AIDS crisis, and one man's fight to awaken the world to its urgency. The Normal Heart opens Sept. 21 at the Fountain Theatre.

THE NORMAL HEART Plays Amsterdam for Two Weeks; Opens Today
by Dutch Reporter - Jul 30, 2013


THE NORMAL HEART, Larry Kramer's autobiographical account of the onset of the HIV-AIDS crisis in New York City in the mid-eighties, is to play Amsterdam for the limited run of two weeks. The play, featuring a host of Dutch stage and screen actors, will be staged in the De La Mar theatre, opening today, July 30.

Joel Grey, Stephen Spinella & More Join Cast of HBO's THE NORMAL HEART
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 29, 2013


HBO has announced that BD Wong, Denis O'Hare, Joel Grey and Stephen Spinella have joined the cast of Ryan Murphy's upcoming film adaptation of Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART. The historic drama is scheduled to premiere on the cable network in 2014.

Photo Flash: David Cromer in TimeLine Theatre's THE NORMAL HEART, Begin. 10/26
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 25, 2013


TimeLine Theatre Company continues its 2013-14 season with Larry Kramer's Tony Award-winning The Normal Heart. This first Chicago staging of the landmark play that 'blasts you like an open, overstoked furnace' (The New York Times) since the play's 2011 Broadway production is directed by five-time Jeff Award-winning director Nick Bowling, TimeLine's Associate Artistic Director. Check out the just released promotional shots below!

Sebastian Arcelus, Fred Dalton Thompson, John Douglas Thompson Join A TIME TO KILL on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 19, 2013


Producers Daryl Roth and Eva Price announced today that Sebastian Arcelus, Fred Dalton Thompson (in his Broadway debut), and John Douglas Thompson will star in the new Broadway courtroom drama A Time to Kill, Tony Award-winning playwright Rupert Holmes' stage adaptation of John Grisham's best-selling novel. This new Broadway play holds the distinction of being the first-ever John Grisham property to be adapted for the stage. A Time to Kill is set to open on Broadway on October 20, 2013 at the John Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street). Previews begin September 28th. Ethan McSweeny will direct. The remainder of the high-powered ensemble cast of 13 will be announced shortly. For more information, visit www.ATimeToKillOnBroadway.com.

Jonathan Groff Talks THE NORMAL HEART and HBO's LGBT Comedy Pilot - 'It's the Gay Experience'
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2013


The San Francisco Gate recently spoke with actor Jonathan Groff about his work with the Young Actors' Theatre Camp in Boulder Creek, Calif., as well as filming for Ryan Murphy's adaptation of Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART and an upcoming LGBT-themed comedy pilot, both for HBO.

THE NORMAL HEART Plays Amsterdam for Two Weeks; Opens July 30
by Dutch Reporter - Jul 7, 2013


THE NORMAL HEART, Larry Kramer's autobiographical account of the onset of the HIV-AIDS crisis in New York City in the mid-eighties, is to play Amsterdam for the limited run of two weeks. The play, featuring a host of Dutch stage and screen actors, will be staged in the De La Mar theatre, opening on July 30.

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The Normal Heart - 1985 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

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