American Buffalo 1977

Ages: 14+
Opened: February 16, 1977
Closing: June 11, 1977

American Buffalo - 1977 - Broadway History , Info & More

Ethel Barrymore Theatre (Broadway)
243 West 47th St. New York, NY

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American Buffalo FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of American Buffalo have there been?
American Buffalo has had 9 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1976, Broadway which opened in 1977, Off-Broadway which opened in 1981, Broadway which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 1983, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Broadway which opened in 2008, West End which opened in 2015 and Broadway which opened in 2022.
What Tony Awards has American Buffalo been nominated for?
American Buffalo has been nominated for two Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Direction of a Play for Ulu Grosbard and Best Scenic Design for Santo Loquasto.
What awards has American Buffalo been nominated for?
American Buffalo has been nominated for several awards. David Mamet was nominated for Best New American Play at the Drama Desk Awards. Ulu Grosbard was nominated for Outstanding Director - Play at the Drama Desk Awards. Santo Loquasto was nominated for Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards and Scenic Design at The Hewes Awards. Additionally, David Mamet's play was nominated for Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards.
What awards has American Buffalo won?
American Buffalo has won several awards, including the Best New American Play at the Drama Desk Awards for David Mamet. Ulu Grosbard received the Outstanding Director - Play award at the Drama Desk Awards, and Santo Loquasto won the Outstanding Set Design award for the same production. David Mamet also won the Best American Play award at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Santo Loquasto's scenic design for American Buffalo was recognized with an award at The Hewes Awards.

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