Rutherford and Son 1912

Opened: December 24, 1912

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Final Week to Catch Mint Theater's THE DAUGHTER-IN-LAW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2022


Mint Theater Company has returned to live performances with a new production of The Daughter-in-Law by D.H. Lawrence, first produced by the Mint in 2003. Previews began February 8th at New York City Center Stage II (131 West 55th Street, between 6th & 7th Avenues).

THE DAUGHTER-IN-LAW to Open at New York City Center Stage II Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2022


Tuesday February 22nd, Mint Theater Company will return to live performances with a new production of The Daughter-in-Law by D.H. Lawrence, first produced by the Mint in 2003. Previews began February 8th at New York City Center Stage II (131 West 55th Street, between 6th & 7th Avenues).

Performances Begin Tonight for Mint Theater's THE DAUGHTER-IN-LAW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2022


Tonight, Tuesday February 8th, Mint Theater Company will return to live performances with a new production of The Daughter-in-Law by D.H. Lawrence, first produced by the Mint in 2003.

Cast Announced for Mint Theater's THE DAUGHTER-IN-LAW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2022


Mint Theater Company will return to live performances with a new production of The Daughter-in-Law by D.H. Lawrence, first produced by the Mint in 2003. Martin Platt will direct a company that includes Amy Blackman, Ciarán Bowling, Seth Andrew Bridges, Tom Coiner, Katie Fanning and more.

Quintessence Theatre Group Presents SHOUT INTO THE VOID: A Virtual Play Reading Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2020


Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, is set to livestream Shout into the Void, a virtual play reading festival from October 12 a?" November 9, 2020. Scheduled to be presented during the run-up to this year's presidential election, each of these enduring classics explores power, politics, and prejudice in ways that enable penetrative contemporary insight and conversation.

Belmont Theater District Celebrates The Season In December
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2019


The Belmont Theater District (BTD), Chicago's largest theater district located in the Lakeview West and Lakeview East neighborhoods, celebrates the holidays this November and December. The Belmont Theater District acts as an advocate to create, promote and strengthen the diverse artistic offerings of the Lakeview West and Lakeview East neighborhoods to its residents and visitors.

BWW Review: RUTHERFORD AND SON at TimeLine Theatre a Chicago Premiere 107 Years in the Making
by Emily McClanathan - Nov 19, 2019


It's rare that modern theatergoers can catch the Chicago premiere of a ground-breaking play written more than a century ago, but TimeLine Theatre is offering this chance with its searing production of Githa Sowerby's RUTHERFORD AND SON. Set in a factory town in northern England, this tense family drama addresses issues of misogyny, classism and industrial unrest in the years leading up to WWI. Though it played to great acclaim in its 1912 London premiere, the backlash following the discovery that playwright a?oeK.G. Sowerbya?? was a woman contributed to its falling out of favor. Following recent revivals over the past several decades, primarily in the UK, Mechelle Moe directs the Chicago premiere of what is now recognized as one of the major plays of the 20th century.

Photo Flash: TimeLine Theatre Presents RUTHERFORD AND SON
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2019


TimeLine Theatre, furthering its mission of presenting stories that explore today's social and political issues through the lens of the past, will resurrect this Fall a groundbreaking feminist play from the early 20th century, Rutherford and Son by Githa Sowerby.

TimeLine Introduces Chicago to RUTHERFORD AND SON
by Julie Musbach - Aug 22, 2019


TimeLine Theatre, furthering its mission of presenting stories that explore today's social and political issues through the lens of the past, will resurrect this Fall a groundbreaking feminist play from the early 20th century, Rutherford and Son by Githa Sowerby.

The National Theatre Announces 15 Productions Of New Plays And Fresh Adaptations By Leading Writers
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2019


The National Theatre has announced 15 productions of new plays and fresh adaptations by leading writers.

BWW Interview: Sam Troughton Talks RUTHERFORD AND SON
by Rona Kelly - Jun 1, 2019


Rutherford and Son sees director Polly Findlay reunite with actors Justine Mitchell and Sam Troughton, the three having previously worked on Beginning. Sam discusses reuniting with the two, as well as his impressions of this 'haunted house of a play'.

BWW Review: RUTHERFORD AND SON, National Theatre
by Marianka Swain - May 29, 2019


Rain gushes down the front of the Lyttelton stage, a pitiless wall of water trapping and framing the Rutherfords - a clan very much defined by their environment. It's an arresting image to open Polly Findlay's sure revival of Githa Sowerby's 1912 drama, inspired by Sowerby's own family's dealings in Tyneside glass manufacturing.

EUROPE Leads June's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain - May 26, 2019


London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From a drama about Europe to immersive Shakespeare and open-air opera, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!

Photo Flash: First Look at RUTHERFORD AND SON
by Julie Musbach - May 23, 2019


In a Northern industrial town, John Rutherford rules both factory and family with an iron will. But even as the furnaces burn relentlessly at the Glassworks, at home his children begin to turn against him.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with the National's RUTHERFORD AND SON
by Julie Musbach - Apr 29, 2019


In a Northern industrial town, John Rutherford rules both factory and family with an iron will. But even as the furnaces burn relentlessly at the Glassworks, at home his children begin to turn against him.

RUTHERFORD AND SON and More Join OSLO in TimeLine Theatre's 2019-20 Season
by Julie Musbach - Apr 4, 2019


TimeLine Theatre Company, acclaimed for presenting plays that explore today's social and political issues through the lens of the past, announces its 23rd season.

National Theatre Announces Listings For May - October 2019
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2019


National Theatre has announced its listings for May - October 2019. Check out the full lineup below!

Photo Flash: First Look at RUTHERFORD AND SON
by Julie Musbach - Feb 11, 2019


Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres, Robert Hastie, presents Caroline Steinbeis' major revival of Githa Sowerby's Rutherford and Son. Steinbeis directs Esh Alladi (Richard), Laura Elphinstone (Janet), Brian Lonsdale (Martin), Marian McLoughlin (Ann), Ciaran Owens (John), Lizzie Roper (Mrs Henderson), Danusia Samal (Mary) and Owen Teale (Rutherford).

University of Washington School of Drama Presents RUTHERFORD AND SON
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2019


The University of Washington School of Drama will present Githa Sowerby's 1912 drama, Rutherford and Son, January 23 - February 3, 2019. Despite being a smash hit when it premiered in London in 1912, Sowerby's tale of a tyrannical patriarch who loses his grip on his children has rarely been produced in the U.S.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For RUTHERFORD AND SON at at Sheffield Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2019


Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres, Robert Hastie, today announces the full casting for Caroline Steinbeis' major revival of Githa Sowerby's Rutherford and Son. Steinbeis directs Esh Alladi (Richard), Laura Elphinstone (Janet), Brian Lonsdale (Martin), Marian McLoughlin (Ann), Ciaran Owens (John), Lizzie Roper (Mrs Henderson), Danusia Samal (Mary) and Owen Teale (Rutherford).

National Theatre Announces Lineup For First Half of 2019
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2019


The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for the first half of 2019.

University of Washington School of Drama Presents RUTHERFORD AND SON
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2019


The University of Washington School of Drama will present Githa Sowerby's 1912 drama, Rutherford and Son, January 23 - February 3, 2019. Despite being a smash hit when it premiered in London in 1912, Sowerby's tale of a tyrannical patriarch who loses his grip on his children has rarely been produced in the U.S.

Bedlam Returns With George Bernard Shaw's PYGMALION
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2019


Underground Railway Theater is proud to present Bedlam's Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw. Bedlam's Pygmalion runs from January 31 - March 3, 2019 and is directed by Bedlam Artistic Director Eric Tucker. The press performance is Monday, February 4 at 7:30PM.

UW Drama Presents STATE OF THE THEATRE: STAGE AND SWORD
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2019


Whether it is a Shakespearean sword fight, a mock boxing duel, or a danced-out gang rumble, combat can be an essential and exciting aspect of live drama. A panel of experts in theatrical combat, led by University of Washington Drama School instructor Geoffrey Alm, will discuss and demonstrate the secrets of choreographing dynamic, suspenseful stage fights - while protecting the actors involved from harm.

Winter Quarter at UW Drama To Include RUTHERFORD AND SON & IN THE HEART OF AMERICA
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2018


This winter, the University of Washington School of Drama will present two works by eminent female dramatists, Rutherford and Son by Githa Sowerby, and In the Heart of America by Naomi Wallace. The productions are master's theses for our graduating MFA directors, Cody Holliday Haefner and Amanda Friou.

Rutherford and Son FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Rutherford and Son have there been?
Rutherford and Son has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1912 and Broadway which opened in 1927.

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