Present Laughter, written by Noël Coward and directed by Max Wojtanowicz, follows the glamorous and self-absorbed actor Garry Essendine as he navigates a chaotic web of admirers, friends, and would-be lovers just before departing on an overseas tour. What begins as a series of social entanglements quickly spirals into comic confusion, sparkling banter, and theatrical charm. One of Coward's most enduring comedies, Present Laughter offers a sophisticated portrait of celebrity, vanity, and the absurdities of modern life.
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Present Laughter
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Best Revival of a Play | |
| 2017 | Best Revival of a Play |
Cast and Creative Team for Present Laughter at Main Street Stage, Lyric Arts Company of Anoka
Creative Team
Michael Terrell Brown
Choreographer
Bradley Beahen
Music Director
Siddeeqah Shabazz
Director
Max Wojtanowicz
Director
Wesley Frye
Music Director
Lauri Kraft
Director
Marci Lucht
Director
Julie K. Phillips
Director
Lee Hannah Conrads
Director
James Grace
Choreographer
Ben Thietje
Director
Laura Tahja Johnson
Artistic and Executive Director
Ben Emory Larson
Music Director
Scott Ford
Director
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