The Elephant Man
Closing: August 08, 2015The Elephant Man - 2015 West End History , Info & More
Based on the real life of Joseph Merrick, The Elephant Man tells the story of a 19th-century British man who became a star of the traveling freak show circuit. When the renowned Dr Treves takes Merrick under his care, he is astonished by the man's brilliant intelligence, unshakable faith and, most of all, his resounding desire for love and understanding. He introduces Merrick to the beautiful actress Mrs. Kendal, who is deeply touched by this pure and genuine soul. As a complex friendship blossoms among the three, Treves and Kendal struggle to protect Merrick from a world of questionable intentions.
The Elephant Man - 2015 - West End Cast
The Elephant Man History
Other Productions of The Elephant Man
| 1979 | Off-Broadway |
Off-Broadway |
| 1979 | Broadway |
Broadway |
| 2002 | Broadway |
Broadway Revival Broadway |
| 2014 | Broadway |
Broadway Revival Broadway |
| 2015 | West End |
West End West End |
The Elephant Man - 2015 West End Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners will appear on a background
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Play | Bradley Cooper |
| 2015 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Director of a Play | Scott Ellis |
| 2015 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Alessandro Nivola |
| 2015 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play | Patricia Clarkson |
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