Fortune and Men's Eyes 1967

Opened: February 23, 1967

Fortune and Men's Eyes - 1967 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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The Fortune Society Presents WE CHOOSE TO BLOOM, a Virtual Arts Festival Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2021


We Choose to Bloom offers the audience a virtual and eclectic mix of film, theatre, music and poetry - all performed by artists from The Fortune Society - as well as an in-depth conversation with Mr. Rothenberg

The Fortune Society Presents NAMEDROPPING Directed by Marcia Jean Kurtz With Introduction by Julie Halston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2020


Former Broadway producer/publicist, David Rothenberg will be taking his autobiographical play, NAMEDROPPING, to a laptop near you on Wednesday, August 19th at 7:00 pm. 

BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 7, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest theatrical works (non-musical) from 1920-2020; see if your favorites made the list!

BWW Review: Center for the Arts' Zany THE PRODUCERS is More Fun Than the Law Allows
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 7, 2019


Bold, brash and totally bonkers - but only in the very best of ways to be found in a big Broadway musical - The Producers scores another hit for Murfreesboro's Center for the Arts (where its run ends this weekend), thanks to strong direction by Chris McLaurin and Natalie Quinn and to a cast of actors who are in on all the jokes and are game to do it up right for their audiences. The result is a zany, fast-paced, totally uproarious and completely ridiculous night of theater that pokes fun at everyone while telling the tale of two producers yearning to strike it rich with the worst show ever to play the Great White Way.

BEDAGGERED to Receive Reading November 16th Directed by Benjamin Viertel
by Julie Musbach - Nov 5, 2018


The new play BEDAGGERED by Lynn Clay Byrne (The Sextant) will have industry readings on Friday, November 16th at 11:00AM and 3:00PM at Ripley Grier Studios.

50th Anniversary Presentation Of Groundbreaking LGBTQ Play At Buddies In Bad Times
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2017


2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the 1967 premiere of John Herbert's groundbreaking play, Fortune and Men's Eyes. In celebration, Herbert's tour de force will be brought to life with a dramatic reading by an all-star cast featuring COLTON CURTIS, GEORGE KRISSA, GRAHAM PARKHURST, PAOLO SANTALUCIA and Dora Award winner, BRUCE DOW.

Kennedy Center Hosts 11th Annual Page-to-Stage New Play Festival, Now thru 9/3
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2012


The Kennedy Center hosts its 11th annual Page-to-Stage new play festival from today, September 1, 2012 to Monday, September 3, 2012, featuring more than 40 theaters from the D.C. metropolitan area, all with a mission to produce and support new work. The three-day, Center-wide event offers a series of free readings and open rehearsals of plays and musicals being developed by local, regional, and national playwrights, librettists, and composers.

Kennedy Center Hosts 11th Annual Page-to-Stage New Play Festival, 9/1-3
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2012


The Kennedy Center hosts its 11th annual Page-to-Stage new play festival from Saturday, September 1, 2012 to Monday, September 3, 2012, featuring more than 40 theaters from the D.C. metropolitan area, all with a mission to produce and support new work. The three-day, Center-wide event offers a series of free readings and open rehearsals of plays and musicals being developed by local, regional, and national playwrights, librettists, and composers.

Linda Lavin and Nilaja Sun Set for The Fortune Society Celebration, 6/18
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 14, 2012


On June 18, 2012 at 6:00 p.m., Award-winning actresses Linda Lavin and Nilaja Sun will join The Fortune Society as it celebrates the 10th anniversary of "The Castle"- a West Harlem supportive housing program that, over the last decade, has provided critical services and support to more than 1,000 formerly homeless men and women who served time in prison. Also attending the event will be former Governor of New Jersey James McGreevey.

Fortune Society Honors Eric Krebs For THE CASTLE 11/15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2010


The Fortune Society, the not for profit organization that assists in issues of criminal justice and prisoner re-entry, will honor theatrical producer Eric Krebs at its annual Fortune Society Benefit on November 15th.

Fortune Society Honors Eric Krebs For THE CASTLE 11/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 3, 2010


The Fortune Society, the not for profit organization that assists in issues of criminal justice and prisoner re-entry, will honor theatrical producer Eric Krebs at its annual Fortune Society Benefit on November 15th.

Theatre Notables Sondheim, Ziegfield, Simon & More Amongst 'New York City 400'
by Robert Diamond - Sep 10, 2009


The NYC400 is the first-ever list of New York City's ultimate movers and shakers since the City's founding?from politics, the arts, business, sports, science, and entertainment.

THE CASTLE Celebrates One Year Anniversary At New World Stages 4/25
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2009


The hit Off-Broadway smash, The Castle, will celebrate its one-year anniversary at Off Broadway's New World Stages on Saturday, April 25, 2009. Conceived and directed by David Rothenberg and written in collaboration with - and performed by - Vilma Ortiz Donovan, Kenneth Harrigan, Angel Ramos and Casimiro Torres, all of whom tell their own real-life stories, The Castle has become a critical hit and an instrument of education and change within the New York State Department of Correctional Services system

THE CASTLE Celebrates One Year Anniversary At New World Stages 4/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 17, 2009


The hit Off-Broadway smash, The Castle, will celebrate its one-year anniversary at Off Broadway's New World Stages on Saturday, April 25, 2009. Conceived and directed by David Rothenberg and written in collaboration with - and performed by - Vilma Ortiz Donovan, Kenneth Harrigan, Angel Ramos and Casimiro Torres, all of whom tell their own real-life stories, The Castle has become a critical hit and an instrument of education and change within the New York State Department of Correctional Services system

Cast of 'The Castle' Gives Three Special October Performances; Receives Open Ended Run
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 17, 2008


The cast of the Off-Broadway hit play, The Castle, have been invited to give three special performances during the month of October.

'The Castle' Extends At New World Until 8/30
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2008


By popular demand, producers Eric Krebs and Chase Mishkin have announced that their Off-Broadway hit, The Castle, have will be extended through August 30th at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

'The Castle' Extends Run Until September 27th
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 15, 2008


Due to the overwhelming demand, producers Eric Krebs and Chase Mishkin have announced a second extension for their Off-Broadway hit, The Castle which will now play through September 27th at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

Page, Esper and Siberry Among Actors Joining Langella In 'A Man for All Seasons'
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 5, 2008


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full company joining 3-Time Tony Award Winner Frank Langella as 'Sir Thomas More' in a new Broadway production of Robert Bolt's A Man for All Seasons, directed by Tony Award Winner Doug Hughes.

'The Castle' Gives Performance for Corrections Officers
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2008


By popular demand, the cast of the Off-Broadway play, 'The Castle', has been invited to give a special performance before a group of New York State Corrections Officers on Wednesday evening, July 16th at 8:00 p.m. at New World Stages.

'The Castle' Extends At New World Until 8/30
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2008


By popular demand, producers Eric Krebs and Chase Mishkin have announced that their Off-Broadway hit, The Castle, have will be extended through August 30th at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

'The Castle' Gives Special Performance for NY Legislators
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2008


New York State Senator Tom Duane (D-Man) has invited the cast of the Off-Broadway play, 'The Castle', to give a special performance before New York State Legislators.

'The Castle' To Perform on Rikers Island
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2008


NYC Department of Corrections Commissioner Martin Horn has invited the cast of the Off-Broadway play, 'The Castle', to give three separate performances on Rikers Island.

Photo Coverage: Fortune Society Hosts Benefit Performance Of The Castle
by Linda Lenzi - Apr 30, 2008


The Castle, a unique theatrical event that presents a searing, first-hand look at the lives of four formerly incarcerated New Yorkers and their re-entry into society, transfered to Off-Broadway after an extended run at its namesake venue.

Peformances of 'The Castle' Begin 3/30 at New World Stages
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2008


The Castle, a unique theatrical event that presents a searing, first-hand look at the lives of four formerly incarcerated New Yorkers and their re-entry into society, will transfer to Off-Broadway after an extended run at its namesake venue, it was announced by producers Eric Krebs and Chase Mishkin. This unique theater piece is conceived and directed by David Rothenberg and written in collaboration with Vilma Ortiz Donovan, Kenneth Harrington, Angel Ramos and Casimiro Torres. Performances begin Sunday, March 30th at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) with an opening night set for Sunday, April 27th at 5 p.m.

Fortune and Men's Eyes FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Fortune and Men's Eyes have there been?
Fortune and Men's Eyes has had 3 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1967, Off-Broadway which opened in 1969 and Off-Broadway which opened in 1987.
What awards has Fortune and Men's Eyes been nominated for?
Fortune and Men's Eyes has been nominated for several awards. Terry Kiser, who delivered a remarkable performance, was nominated for the Performance category at the Obie Awards. Additionally, Kiser was also nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards. These nominations recognize the outstanding talent and contribution of Terry Kiser to the production.
What awards has Fortune and Men's Eyes won?
Fortune and Men's Eyes has won several awards. Terry Kiser received the Performance award at the Obie Awards for his role in the show. He also won the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for his outstanding performance in Fortune and Men's Eyes.

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