Painting Churches 1983

Opened: November 22, 1983
Closing: May 20, 1984

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Tony Award Nominee and Pulitzer Prize Finalist Playwright Tina Howe Has Passed Away at 85
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2023


Playwright and two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Tina Howe died on Monday, August 28th, 2023 at the age of 85.

The Adobe Theater to Present Horton Foote's DIVIDING THE ESTATE
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2016


The Adobe Theater will present American playwright Horton Foote's play DIVIDING THE ESTATE April 29th through May 22nd, 2016.

The Adobe Theater to Present Horton Foote's DIVIDING THE ESTATE
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2016


The Adobe Theater will present American playwright Horton Foote's play DIVIDING THE ESTATE April 29th through May 22nd, 2016.

Michael Urie & Ryan Spahn Will Host Vineyard Theatre's Annual Gala; Sally Field, Bill Pullman & More Join Lineup
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 23, 2016


Vineyard Theatre today announced that their 2016 Gala honoring award-winning actress and Vineyard Board President Kathleen Chalfant and New York theatrical press agent Sam Rudy will be hosted by Michael Urie and Ryan Spahn. Scott Schwartz will direct the evening. Paul Masse will be the music director.

Kathleen Chalfant & Sam Rudy to be Honored at Vineyard Theatre's Annual Gala
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 28, 2015


The Vineyard Theatre today announced that their 2016 Gala will honor Vineyard Board President and award-winning actress Kathleen Chalfant and New York theatrical press agent Sam Rudy. The annual Gala Fundraiser will take place on Monday, March 14, 2016, beginning at 6:30pm, at Edison Ballroom (240 West 47th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue).

ABINGDON: WHERE THE STARS ALIGN Gala Honors Dick Cavett Tonight ; Klea Blackhurst and More to Perform
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2014


Abingdon Theatre Company - which has produced more than 83 new American plays in its 22-year history - is set to celebrate its 2014-2015 Season with ABINGDON: WHERE THE STARS ALIGN, its annual benefit gala and dinner, tonight, October 20 at Espace (635 West 42nd Street in Manhattan). Emmy and OBIE award-winning actor John Cunningham, whose credits include 19 Broadway productions (Titanic, Love Letters), is set to emcee the event, which begins at 6:00pm.

ABINGDON: WHERE THE STARS ALIGN Gala to Honor Dick Cavett, 10/20; Klea Blackhurst and More to Perform
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2014


Abingdon Theatre Company - which has produced more than 83 new American plays in its 22-year history - is set to celebrate its 2014-2015 Season with ABINGDON: WHERE THE STARS ALIGN, its annual benefit gala and dinner, on Monday, October 20 at Espace (635 West 42nd Street in Manhattan). Emmy and OBIE award-winning actor John Cunningham, whose credits include 19 Broadway productions (Titanic, Love Letters), is set to emcee the event, which begins at 6:00pm.

SPEED THE PLOW, ON GOLDEN POND & More Set for Theatre Artists Studio's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2014


The Studio has announced its 2014-2015 season. Here's a breakdown of currently scheduled events and dates!

SPEED THE PLOW, ON GOLDEN POND & More Set for Theatre Artists Studio's 2014-15 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 27, 2014


The Studio has announced its 2014-2015 season. Here's a breakdown of currently scheduled events and dates!

Estelle Parsons, Tina Howe Honored at 2012 Lilly Awards Tonight, 6/4
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2012


Tonight, June 4, 2012 Julia Jordan, Theresa Rebeck, Marsha Norman, Tim Sanford, Gary Garrison and The Committee for Recognizing Women in Theatre will present the 3rd Annual Lilly Awards at Playwrights Horizons. Named for playwright Lillian Hellman, The Lilly Awards were created to recognize the extraordinary contributions made by women to the American Theater. Producers, playwrights, actors, designers, and directors will be honored for their continued excellence in the theater community.

Estelle Parsons, Tina Howe to Be Honored at 2012 Lilly Awards, 6/4
by Nicole Rosky - May 29, 2012


On June 4, 2012 Julia Jordan, Theresa Rebeck, Marsha Norman, Tim Sanford, Gary Garrison and The Committee for Recognizing Women in Theatre will present the 3rd Annual Lilly Awards at Playwrights Horizons. Named for playwright Lillian Hellman, The Lilly Awards were created to recognize the extraordinary contributions made by women to the American Theater. Producers, playwrights, actors, designers, and directors will be honored for their continued excellence in the theater community.

Dramatists Guild's IN THE ROOM Series Features Tina Howe and Sarah Ruhl
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2012


To celebrate the centennial year of the Authors League, The Dramatists Guild of America unveils archived audio unheard by the public since its initial recording. Over the next year, In the Room will host some of the most celebrated playwrights, composers and lyricists in the American theatre discussing craft while sharing their influences and experiences creating some of their most celebrated work. Currently featured is a session with Tina Howe and Sarah Ruhl, originally recorded in 2007.

TV: Sneak Peek of Keen Company's PAINTING CHURCHES
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 5, 2012


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-winning Keen Company (Carl Forsman, Artistic Director/Damon Chua, Executive Director) will present John Cunningham, Kathleen Chalfant and Kate Turnbull in Tina Howe's Painting Churches, the 1983 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Keen Artistic Director Carl Forsman directs Performances began February 14, with Opening Night set for March 6. Check out performance highlights below!

Photo Flash: First Look at PAINTING CHURCHES at Keen Company
by Harmony Wheeler - Feb 16, 2012


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-winning Keen Company (Carl Forsman, Artistic Director/Damon Chua, Executive Director) presents John Cunningham, Kathleen Chalfant and Kate Turnbull in Tina Howe's Painting Churches, the 1983 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Keen Artistic Director Carl Forsman directs. Performances now through April 22nd, with Opening Night set for Tuesday, March 6th (7pm). Keen Company has released production photos. Check out the photos below!

Painting Churches Performances Begin at Keen Company
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2012


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-winning Keen Company (Carl Forsman, Artistic Director/Damon Chua, Executive Director) today announced that Kate Turnbull would join Kathleen Chalfant and Richard Easton for Tina Howe's Painting Churches, the 1983 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Keen Artistic Director Carl Forsman directs.

John Cunningham Joins Cast of PAINTING CHURCHES
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2012


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-winning Keen Company (Carl Forsman, Artistic Director/Damon Chua, Executive Director) today announced that John Cunningham would join Kathleen Chalfant and Kate Turnbull for Tina Howe's Painting Churches, the 1983 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Keen Artistic Director Carl Forsman directs. Mr. Cunningham replaces the previously announced Richard Easton, who had to withdraw due to a scheduling conflict. Performances will begin February 14, with Opening Night set for March 6.

Kate Turnbull Completes Cast of Painting Churches
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 22, 2011


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-winning Keen Company (Carl Forsman, Artistic Director/Damon Chua, Executive Director) today announced that Kate Turnbull would join Kathleen Chalfant and Richard Easton for Tina Howe's Painting Churches, the 1983 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Keen Artistic Director Carl Forsman directs.

Kathleen Chalfant, Richard Easton to Lead Keen Company's PAINTING HOUSES
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2011


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-winning Keen Company (Carl Forsman, Artistic Director/Damon Chua, Executive Director) today announced that Kathleen Chalfant and Richard Easton would lead the cast of Tina Howe's Painting Churches, the 1983 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Keen Artistic Director Carl Forsman directs.

Photo Coverage: Sonnet Rep. Honors Jack O'Brien
by Monica Simoes - Nov 9, 2010


Sonnet Repertory Theatre presented their annual Benefit & Cabaret last night, November 8th. Sonnet Repertory Theatre brought together a diverse and talented group of performers and composers at Joe's Pub to honor multi Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning director Jack O'Brien. Jerry Mitchell served as the evening's host.

Butler, Cerveris, Garber, Hawke & More Sing for Jack O'Brien 11/8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2010


Sonnet Repertory Theatre announced their Ninth Annual BENEFIT & CABARET HONORING JACK O'BRIEN to be held Monday, November 8th at Joe's Pub, to be hosted by Jerry Mitchell with Musical Direction by Dan Lipton and featuring performances by John Behlmann, Kerry Butler, Michael Cerveris, Victor Garber, Ethan Hawke, Carly Jibson, Andrew Lippa, Duncan Sheik, Joe Allen Players.

Butler, Cerveris, Garber, Hawke & More Sing for Jack O'Brien 11/8
by Robert Diamond - Oct 27, 2010


Sonnet Repertory Theatre announced their Ninth Annual BENEFIT & CABARET HONORING JACK O'BRIEN to be held Monday, November 8th at Joe's Pub, to be hosted by Jerry Mitchell with Musical Direction by Dan Lipton and featuring performances by John Behlmann, Kerry Butler, Michael Cerveris, Victor Garber, Ethan Hawke, Carly Jibson, Andrew Lippa, Duncan Sheik, Joe Allen Players.

Kathleen Turner Set for Interview at NY Public Library 10/4
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2010


On Monday, October 4th, Broadway producer Elizabeth I. McCann will interview screen icon and celebrated stage actress Kathleen Turner. The event is free, and first come, first served. The program begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Bruno Walter Auditorium at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, entrance on 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue.

Kathleen Turner Set for Interview at NY Public Library 10/4
by Lauren Wolman - Sep 26, 2010


On Monday, October 4th, Broadway producer Elizabeth I. McCann will interview screen icon and celebrated stage actress Kathleen Turner. The event is free, and first come, first served. The program begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Bruno Walter Auditorium at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, entrance on 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue.

Kathleen Turner Interviewed at NYPL Oral History Event 10/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2010


On Monday, October 4th, Broadway producer Elizabeth I. McCann will interview screen icon and celebrated stage actress Kathleen Turner.

Park Square Theatre Presents PAINTING CHURCHES, Opens 3/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2010


Tina Howe's PAINTING CHURCHES opens March 5. When Mags (Angela Timberman), a New York City painter on the verge of artistic celebrity, returns home to help her aging, eccentric parents (Richard Ooms and Katherine Ferrand) pack up their Boston mansion, she suddenly sees them in a new light.

Painting Churches FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Painting Churches have there been?
Painting Churches has had 3 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1983, Off-Broadway which opened in 1983 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2012.
What awards has Painting Churches been nominated for?
Painting Churches has been nominated for several prestigious awards. It received a nomination for Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards, recognizing the exceptional work of Frances Aronson. Additionally, the play was nominated for The Pulitzer Prize for Drama, a highly esteemed award in the theater industry, with Tina Howe being recognized for her outstanding contribution. These nominations highlight the talent and recognition that Painting Churches has garnered within the theater community.

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