Joseph Papp
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Date of Birth:
June 22, 1921
Date of Death:
October 31, 1991 (70)
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Bio:
Joseph Papp was an American theatrical producer and director. He established The Public Theater in what had been the Astor Library Building in Lower Manhattan. There Papp created a year-round producing home to focus on new plays and musicals.
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Joseph Papp was an American theatrical producer and director. He established The Public Theater in what had been the Astor Library Building in Lower Manhattan. There Papp created a year-round producing home to focus on new plays and musicals.Joseph Papp Awards and Nominations
Obie Awards - 1990 - Special Citations for his courageous stand against censorship  |
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| Drama League Awards - 1989 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre |
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| Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Musical |
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| Joseph Papp, The Mystery of Edwin Drood | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Special Awards |
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| Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Special Awards |
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| Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Play | ||
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| Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Revival |
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| Joseph Papp, The Pirates of Penzance | ||
| Theatre World Awards - 1978 - Performance |
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| Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Musical | ||
| Joseph Papp, Runaways | ||
| Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Play | ||
| Joseph Papp, for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf | ||
| Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Play | ||
| Joseph Papp, Streamers | ||
| Tony Awards - 1977 - Most Innovative Production of a Revival | ||
| Joseph Papp, Threepenny Opera | ||
| Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Musical |
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| Joseph Papp, A Chorus Line | ||
| Obie Awards - 1975 - Special 20--year Obies |
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| Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Play | ||
| Joseph Papp, The Au Pair Man | ||
| Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Play | ||
| Joseph Papp, Boom Boom Room | ||
| Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Musical |
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| Joseph Papp, Two Gentleman of Verona | ||
| Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1958 - Special Citation |
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Joseph Papp News
Ato Blankson-Wood Will Lead HAMLET in The Public Theater's 61st Season of Free Shakespeare in the Parkby Nicole Rosky - Jan 12, 2023
The 61st season of Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park will feature the classic drama HAMLET, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon and featuring Tony Award nominee Ato Blankson-Wood (Slave Play, Public Works’ As You Like It) in the title role.
Ryan J. Haddad, Dickie Hearts & Alejandra Ospina to Star in DARK DISABLED STORIES at The Public Theaterby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2023
The Public Theater Theater and The Bushwick Starr announced complete casting for the upcoming World Premiere of DARK DISABLED STORIES written by Artist Ryan J. Haddad and directed by Jordan Fein.
RYAN RAFTERY: MOTHER OF THE YEAR is Coming to Joe's Pub in Marchby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2023
“The devil works hard, but Kris Jenner works harder.” Ryan Raftery returns to Joe’s Pub for his seventh consecutive run, premiering his new celebrity biomusical comedy MOTHER OF THE YEAR.
SHE'S GOT HARLEM ON HER MIND, 3 One-Acts by Eulalie Spence, to be Presented at Metropolitan Playhouseby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2023
The Obie Award-winning Metropolitan Playhouse, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, will present She’s Got Harlem on Her Mind, an evening of three short plays by influential Harlem Renaissance writer Eulalie Spence (1894–1981).
See Jackie Hoffman, Shaina Taub & More at Joe's Pub This Monthby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2023
Jackie Hoffman, John Cameron Mitchell & Amber Martin, Shaina Taub and more will perform at Joe's Pub this month. See the full program, how to purchase tickets, and more.
Camden Rep Celebrates Black History Month With Revival of UNFINISHED WOMENby Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2023
Camden Repertory Theater celebrates Black History Month with an immersive production of Aishah Rahman's rarely produced underground classic Unfinished Women Cry In No Man's Land While A Bird Dies In A Gilded Cage, directed by Chyna Morrison and featuring music direction by JoJo Streater.
The Public's UNDER THE RADAR Festival Begins Tomorrow, Featuring 36 Artists and Companies at Six Venuesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023
The Public Theater will begin performances for the 18th annual UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL tomorrow, Wednesday, January 4. Learn more about the lineup and how to get tickets!
Mandy Patinkin Sets January and February 2023 Tour Datesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2022
The legendary Mandy Patinkin is touring in 2023! See where Patinkin will be performing, how to purchase tickets and more!
La MaMa to Present Vaclav Havel's AUDIENCE With Czech Marionettesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2022
From February 2 to 19, 2023 La MaMa will present the world premiere of Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre's puppet version of 'Audience' by Václav Havel, translated and directed by Vít Horejš.
Joe's Pub IN CONCERT Series to Return to The Public Theater's Under The Radar Festival in Januaryby Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2022
Joe's Pub will present the return of In Concert, the venue’s annual series with fellow Public Theater program the Under the Radar Festival, which will run January 4-22, 2023.
Joseph Papp Videos
by Stage Tube - Feb 13, 2020
Constance Wu was a guest on Wednesday night's episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to talk about the final season of her ABC series Fresh Off The Boat. Wu has had a surge of success with the films Crazy Rich Asians and Hustlers, in addition to her comedy series reaching its six season.
by Stage Tube - Oct 16, 2019
The Public Theater presents Soft Power, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton, and is directed by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman. Get a first look at footage from the production!
by Stage Tube - May 17, 2019
Since 1962, over five million people have enjoyed more than 150 free productions of Shakespeare and other classical works and musicals at the Delacorte Theater. Conceived by founder Joseph Papp as a way to make great theater accessible to all, The Public's Free Shakespeare in the Park continues to be the bedrock of the Company's mission to increase access and engage the community.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2018
On this day in 2011, the star-studded Broadway premiere of Larry Kramer's landmark play The Normal Heart opened on Broadway at the Golden Theater.
by BroadwayWorld TV - Oct 26, 2017
Last night The Public Theater celebrated the 50th Anniversary of HAIR, the American tribal love-rock musical that originally opened at The Public Theater at 425 Lafayette Street. The one-night-only benefit performance, directed by Diane Paulus, took place at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall.
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 18, 2017
On last night's LATE LATE SHOW, James Corden invited Broadway superstar Lin-Manuel Miranda to star in his most challenging role yet - HAIR - performed in a real crosswalk on Beverly Boulevard at CBS.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2017
A new video offering a sneak peek into rehearsals for the upcoming revival of In the Boom Boom Room made its debut today - check it out below!
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 18, 2014
On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, Jimmy chatted with John Lithgow about playing the titular role of King Lear for Shakespeare in the Park
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jun 29, 2014
Screen Actors Guild Foundation and Broadway World have partnered for an filmed Conversations Q&A series to recognize and celebrate the vibrant theatre community in New York City and the union actors who aspire to have a career on the stage and screen. The most recent conversation featured 2014 Tony nominee Estelle Parsons, who most recently starred on Broadway in The Velocity of Autumn, moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Check out the full interview below!
by Stage Tube - May 9, 2012
In preparation for it's opening at the Arts Theatre on May 18, the team of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD have released this video trailer, featuring one of the songs from the show.
