Curse of the Starving Class 1978 - Articles Page 3

Ages: 13+
Opened: February 14, 1978
Closing: April 09, 1978

Curse of the Starving Class - 1978 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Sam Shepard’s Curse of the Starving Class is a darkly comic look into the world of dysfunctional Tate family, as they struggle amongst themselves for food, freedom, and meaning in their run-down lives. Tate Family patriarch Weston, is an alcoholic, who leaves his family for days at a time, buys into scam business deals, and owes money to all the wrong people in town. His wife, Ella, is utterly burned-out and will do just about anything to leave her husband behind. Their daughter, Emma, is a smart and rebellious teen, itching to get away from her crazy home. The entire upkeep of the farm falls on the shoulders of their idealistic son, Wesley, the only one who seems to have some hope for the family left. The “curse,” as Ella puts it, of the Tate family is that they have nitroglycerine — liquid dynamite — running in their blood. Perhaps that’s the reason they’re stuck where they are: broke, hungry, and fighting. Whatever the cause, the Tates will do just about anything to raise themselves out of the downward spiral into which they’ve fallen. But is it even possible, at this point? Or are some families, Shepherd asks, just cursed before they begin?

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Genesis West Presents CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS, 11/5
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2010


On Friday, November 5, Genesis West of Santa Barbara will present the modern American masterpiece, Curse of the Starving Class by Sam Shepard with a newly revised edition by the playwright. A major work by one of contemporary theatre's most respected and celebrated writers; Time Magazine said, 'It may be his best.' Winner of the Obie Award for best play. The Village Voice called it, 'Epic, unpredictable and deliriously ironic'. Genesis West's production of this brilliant dark satire will be the Santa Barbara premier. The production will run through November 20, 2010 with performances Thursday through Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm at Center Stage Theater.

Genesis West Presents CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS, 11/5
by Molly Hagan - Oct 13, 2010


On Friday, November 5, Genesis West of Santa Barbara will present the modern American masterpiece, Curse of the Starving Class by Sam Shepard with a newly revised edition by the playwright. A major work by one of contemporary theatre's most respected and celebrated writers; Time Magazine said, 'It may be his best.' Winner of the Obie Award for best play. The Village Voice called it, 'Epic, unpredictable and deliriously ironic'. Genesis West's production of this brilliant dark satire will be the Santa Barbara premier. The production will run through November 20, 2010 with performances Thursday through Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm at Center Stage Theater.

Theatre for a New Audience Presents NOTES FROM UNDERGROUND, Opens 11/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 23, 2010


Theatre for a New Audience, in association with Baryshnikov Arts Center, presents the New York premiere of Yale Repertory Theatre's production of Notes from Underground, the revolutionary novella by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Notes from Underground is adapted for the stage by the OBIE Award-winning actor Bill Camp, and Robert Woodruff. It is directed by Mr. Woodruff and stars Mr. Camp as the Underground Man.

Tony Nominee James Gammon Dies at Age 70
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 18, 2010


According to the LA Times, character actor James Gammon died surrounded by family in his daughter's home in Costa Mesa where he and wife Nancy had been living. He died from cancer of the adrenal glands and the liver on Friday at the age of 70.

Hugh Leonard's DA Returns to Olney Theatre Center
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2010


Hugh Leonard's Tony Award-winning autobiographical play Da returns to Olney Theatre Center, the home of its 1973 world premiere.

Hugh Leonard's DA Returns to Olney Theatre Center
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2010


Hugh Leonard's Tony Award-winning autobiographical play Da returns to Olney Theatre Center, the home of its 1973 world premiere.

Hugh Leonard's DA Returns to Olney Theatre Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 23, 2010


Hugh Leonard's Tony Award-winning autobiographical play Da returns to Olney Theatre Center, the home of its 1973 world premiere.

RIALTO CHATTER: Sam Shepard Arrested For DUI
by Eddie Varley - Jan 4, 2009


The Huffington Post is reporting that Police in Illinois have stated that actor and playwright Sam Shepard has been arrested on preliminary charges of speeding and drunken driving. Police Lt. Mark Kotte says officers stopped Shepard early Saturday morning, January 3rd in the central Illinois town of Normal.

Bond and Woodruff Team Up for CHAIR, Opening 12/11 at The Duke
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 30, 2008


Acclaimed British playwright Edward Bond, will reunite with acclaimed American director Robert Woodruff for Theatre for a New Audience's New York premiere production of Mr. Bond's Chair featuring Stephanie Roth Haberle beginning previews Friday, December 5, at 8:00pm for an opening Wednesday, December 11, at 8:00pm for a run through December 28 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street.

'Kicking A Dead Horse' Closes At The Public 8/10
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 10, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Mara Manus) announced that KICKING A DEAD HORSE, a new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard and featuring Tony Award nominee Stephen Rea, has extended its run by two weeks. Following a sold-out run at Ireland's Abbey Theatre, it will preview at The Public on Wednesday, June 25 and run through Sunday, August 10 with an official press opening on Monday, July 14 at 7 PM.

Kicking A Dead Horse Begins Previews At Public 6/25
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Mara Manus) will begin previews for Sam Shepard's new play KICKING A DEAD HORSE on Wednesday, June 25. Directed by Shepard, KICKING A DEAD HORSE will run through Sunday, August 10 with an official press opening on Monday, July 14 at 7 PM.

Kicking A Dead Horse Begins Previews At Public 6/25
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Mara Manus) will begin previews for Sam Shepard's new play KICKING A DEAD HORSE on Wednesday, June 25. Directed by Shepard, KICKING A DEAD HORSE will run through Sunday, August 10 with an official press opening on Monday, July 14 at 7 PM.

The Public Announces 'Kicking A Dead Horse' Extension
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Mara Manus) announced that KICKING A DEAD HORSE, a new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard and featuring Tony Award nominee Stephen Rea, has extended its run by two weeks. Following a sold-out run at Ireland's Abbey Theatre, it will preview at The Public on Wednesday, June 25 and run through Sunday, August 10 with an official press opening on Monday, July 14 at 7 PM.

Public Theater to Present New Play by Sam Shepard
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2008


The Public Theater concludes its 2007-2008 downtown season with the U.S. premiere of 'Kicking a Dead Horse', a new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard and featuring Tony Award nominee Stephen Rea.

ACT Presents 'Curse of the Starving Class'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2008


American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) artistic director Carey Perloff today announced the final casting and design team for A.C.T.'s 30th anniversary production of Sam Shepard's classic interrogation of the American dream, Curse of the Starving Class

Public Theater Offers New Work Reading Series, Sept. 2-Oct. 3
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2005


The Public Theater will present two series of readings--New Work Now! and New Work Then!--in celebration of its history of producing new plays; the two series will be held from September 9th to September 18th and from September 2nd to October 3rd

Curse of the Starving Class FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Curse of the Starving Class have there been?
Curse of the Starving Class has had 4 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1978, Off-Broadway which opened in 1985, Off-Broadway which opened in 1997 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2019.

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