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A View From the Bridge - 1965 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Set in 1950s Brooklyn, longshoreman Eddie Carbone harbors a subconscious and jealous affection for his niece, Catherine, whom he is raising with his wife. When distant cousins arrive from Italy and one of them falls for Catherine, Eddie takes drastic measures to protect his fragile American Dream. Deeply relevant, A View From The Bridge wrestles with truths about family, the complexities of how we assimilate and, ultimately, how we view ourselves as Americans.



"A View from the Bridge" by Arthur Miller has earned significant recognition over its history on stage, highlighted by numerous awards across various productions. The 1997 New York revival was particularly successful, winning the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, with leading actor Anthony LaPaglia receiving the Tony for Best Leading Actor in a Play. This production also garnered Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Revival, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Allison Janney), and Outstanding Direction of a Play.



Scarlett Johansson won a Tony Award for her performance in the 2009 Broadway revival at the Cort Theatre, directed by Gregory Mosher. The revival was praised for its limited 14-week engagement which started with previews in late December 2009 and officially opened in January 2010.



The production that began at the Young Vic Theatre in London in 2014 before transferring to Broadway was recognized with the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, while its director, Ivo van Hove, won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Play.



In London, the same Young Vic production had previously won three Laurence Olivier Awards in April 2015 for Best Actor (Mark Strong), Best Revival, and Best Director (Ivo van Hove), showcasing its critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic.



These awards underscore the play's enduring impact and the excellence of its various productions over the years​​.

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The Group Rep Presents Ira Levin's Comic Thriller DEATHTRAP
by Julie Musbach - Apr 2, 2018


The Group Rep Presents Ira Levin's Comic Thriller DEATHTRAP directed by Jules Aaron, produced by Larry Eisenberg. One of the great popular successes of Broadway history and Tony nominated for Best Play in 1978, Deathtrap deals with the devious machinations of a writer of thrillers who is prepared to go to any lengths to improve his fortunes. Deathtrap runs April 6 through May 20 at the Lonny Chapman Theatre in North Hollywood.

BWW Feature: 26TH ANNUAL SEASON ANNOUNCED at Kravis Center For The Performing Arts
by John Lariviere - Aug 10, 2017


KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Announces 26th Annual Season of Spectacular Concerts, Blockbuster Performances and Smash Hits from Broadway

GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI for June 7, 2017
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jun 7, 2017


GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI! It's Wednesday, June 7, 2017! Kathie Lee and Hoda are in town today to show their Today show audience what's happening in Nashville, which prompts the musical question: What's sights are on your list of places to go when newbies turn to you for advice? Let us know and we'll feature you in an upcoming story!

BWW Exclusive: Behind the Numbers of Tony-Winning Broadway Debuts
by Daniella Parcell - May 28, 2017


This year's Tony nominations, announced earlier this month, brought a slew of renowned names. Performers such as Kevin Kline (PRESENT LAUGHTER), Nathan Lane (THE FRONT PAGE) and Patti LuPone (WAR PAINT) are no strangers to the Tony Awards, let alone to the Broadway stage.

Hadassa Goldvicht's THE HOUSE OF LIFE at the Palazzo Querini Stampalia in Venice; Opens 5/9
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2017


The House of Life, a poetic and expansive installation by Hadassa Goldvicht, explores themes of historical memory; the threshold between life, death, myth, and art; and the rapidly changing nature of Venice, via a multi-channel video work that will be installed at the Querini Stampalia in conjunction with the Venice Biennale. Presented by the Israel Museum, Jerusalem, in collaboration with Meislin Projects, the exhibition follows Aldo Izzo, the 86-year-old guardian and keeper of the Jewish cemeteries in Venice.

Israel Museum Presents Goldvicht's HOUSE OF LIFE, 5/9-11/26
by Molly Tracy - Mar 30, 2017


The House of Life, a poetic and expansive installation by Hadassa Goldvicht, explores themes of historical memory; the threshold between life, death, myth, and art; and the rapidly changing nature of Venice, via a multi-channel video work that will be installed at the Querini Stampalia in conjunction with the Venice Biennale.

Hauser & Wirth Presents SERIALITIES, 2/15-4/8
by BWW News Desk - Feb 15, 2017


Beginning 15 February, Hauser & Wirth will present 'Serialities,' a group exhibition organized with Olivier Renaud-Clement which examines notions of seriality and repetition, and ways in which artists explore linear and non-linear narratives through iterations.

Life Is Beautiful! Roundabout's CABARET to Play the Princess of Wales Theatre This Winter
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2017


David Mirvish will present the national tour of Sam Mendes (Spectre, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall's (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award-winning production of CABARET. CABARET will play a strictly one-week engagement, February 14 - 19 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Hauser & Wirth Presents SERIALITIES, 2/15-4/8
by Molly Tracy - Feb 7, 2017


Beginning 15 February, Hauser & Wirth will present 'Serialities,' a group exhibition organized with Olivier Renaud-Clement which examines notions of seriality and repetition, and ways in which artists explore linear and non-linear narratives through iterations.

U.S. Pavilion Features New Work by Mark Bradford and Collaboration with Rio Terà dei Pensieri
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2017


The Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University and The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA), in cooperation with the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs, will present Mark Bradford as the representative for the United States at La Biennale di Venezia 57th International Art Exhibition, on view from May 13 to November 26, 2017. Los Angeles-based Bradford, a leading light in contemporary art, will create new works in a variety of media-presented alongside existing work-for Tomorrow Is Another Day, co-curated by Christopher Bedford, BMA Dorothy Wagner Wallis Director and commissioner for the project; and Katy Siegel, BMA Senior Programming and Research Curator.

Life Is Beautiful! Roundabout's CABARET to Play the Princess of Wales Theatre This Winter
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2017


David Mirvish will present the national tour of Sam Mendes (Spectre, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall's (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award-winning production of CABARET. CABARET will play a strictly one-week engagement, February 14 - 19 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Nora Theatre Company to Stage INTIMATE EXCHANGES at Central Square Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2017


The Nora Theatre Company will present Alan Ayckbourn's Intimate Exchanges from January 12 - February 12, 2017. Intimate Exchanges is directed by Olivia D'Ambrosio. The press performance is Wednesday, January 18 at 7:30PM.

Nora Theatre Company to Stage INTIMATE EXCHANGES at Central Square Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2017


The Nora Theatre Company will present Alan Ayckbourn's Intimate Exchanges from January 12 - February 12, 2017. Intimate Exchanges is directed by Olivia D'Ambrosio. The press performance is Wednesday, January 18 at 7:30PM.

Jessica Hecht and Tony Shalhoub to Read ABOUT ALICE at The New Yorker Festival
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2016


The New Yorker Festival will present a Theatre for a New Audience production of a reading of the new two-character play About Alice that Calvin Trillin adapted from his memoir about his late wife, the educator Alice Stewart Trillin. About Alice, with Jessica Hecht as Alice and Tony Shalhoub as Calvin and directed by Leonard Foglia, will be heard one night only at the Directors Guild Theatre, 110 West 57th Street, Today, October 8, at 7:00pm.

Jessica Hecht and Tony Shalhoub to Read ABOUT ALICE at The New Yorker Festival
by BWW News Desk - Sep 9, 2016


The New Yorker Festival will present a Theatre for a New Audience production of a reading of the new two-character play About Alice that Calvin Trillin adapted from his memoir about his late wife, the educator Alice Stewart Trillin. About Alice, with Jessica Hecht as Alice and Tony Shalhoub as Calvin and directed by Leonard Foglia, will be heard one night only at the Directors Guild Theatre, 110 West 57th Street, Saturday, October 8, at 7:00pm.

Election Coverage, New & Returning Drama Series & Olympic-Themed Specials Set for PBS Summer Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 28, 2016


The PBS summer schedule offers comprehensive election coverage, as well as specially themed programs around the 31st Olympiad in August 2016.

Shattered Globe to Round Out 25th Season with IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Apr 21, 2016


Shattered Globe Theatre concludes its 25th anniversary season with the gripping, racially charged mystery IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT, based on the novel by John Ball, adapted by Matt Pelfrey and directed by Louis Contey, playing April 21 - June 4, 2016 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.

Bid To Meet FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's Danny Burstein and Support Epic Theatre Ensemble
by Michael Dale - Mar 18, 2016


Charitybuzz's new online auction offers two tickets for the hit revival and a post-performance meet and greet.

Mazel Tov! Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Celebrates 100th Performance Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2016


A giant Mazel tov to Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, which will play its 100th performance tonight, March 18th at 8 pm! The 2016 New Broadway Cast Album is also being released worldwide by Broadway Records today.

Mazel Tov! Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF to Celebrate 100th Performance This Friday
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2016


A giant Mazel tov to Broadway's Fiddler on the Roof, which will play its 100th performance this Friday, March 18th at 8 pm! The same day, the 2016 New Broadway Cast Album will be released worldwide by Broadway Records.

Glenn Slater's BEATSVILLE Musical Will Premiere in Asolo Rep's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2016


Today, March 14, 2016, Asolo Rep and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training announced their 2016-17 seasons to more than 350 patrons in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.

VIDEO: Take a Bottle Dance Lesson From FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's Dance Captain Marla Phelen
by Michael Dale - Mar 8, 2016


It's one of Broadway's most famous dances. Can you keep your balance?

Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF to Celebrate Cast Album Release at Barnes & Noble
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 8, 2016


Cast members from Fiddler on the Roof will perform and sign CDS at the Barnes & Noble on the Upper East Side (150 East 86th Street) on Friday, March 18th at 4:30 p.m. in celebration of the New 2016 Broadway Cast Album being released worldwide that same day by Broadway Records, it was announced today.

VIDEO: Thank You For Being a FIDDLER ON THE ROOF? Meet The Golden Goys!
by Michael Dale - Mar 1, 2016


A hilarious video that imagines FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's gentile characters starring in their own sitcom.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Cast Album Gets New Bonus Track from Adam Kantor & Alexandra Silber
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2016


The upcoming FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Broadway Cast Album will feature an additional bonus track from co-stars Adam Kantor and Alexandra Silber!

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