33 Variations 2009 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
2 hours and 40 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: March 9, 2009
Closing: May 21, 2009

33 Variations - 2009 - Broadway History , Info & More

Two-time Oscar winner Jane Fonda heads a remarkable cast in the new play written and directed by Moisés Kaufman, author of The Laramie Project and director of I Am My Own Wife. Drama, memory and music combine to transport you from present-day New York to 19th-century Austria, in this extraordinary new American play about passion, parenthood and the moments of beauty that can transform a life.



A mother coming to terms with her daughter. A composer coming to terms with his genius. And, even though they’re separated by 200 years, these two people share an obsession that might, even just for a moment, make time stand still.

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Photo Coverage: 33 VARIATIONS Opening Night Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - March 10, 2009

33 VARIATIONS, written and directed by Moises Kaufman opened last night, Monday, March 9th at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Broadway. BroadwayWorld's cameras were there to celebrate the production and welcome Jane Fonda back to Broadway!

Jane Fonda in 33 Variations Opens Tonight
by Robert Diamond - March 9, 2009

Jane Fonda heads a cast of eight in 33 VARIATIONS, a new American play written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman, about Katherine Brandt (Jane Fonda) trying to solve a centuries-old mystery about the world's greatest composer. Katherine's obsession takes her from present-day New York to 19th century Austria. As the music that consumes Katherine comes to life on stage, she races against time to find common ground with her daughter and to embrace the legacy of her own life.

Photo Flash: Jane Fonda In 33 Variations
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 4, 2009

David Binder (A Raisin in the Sun) presents the Tectonic Theater Project's production of 33 VARIATIONS, currently in previews, starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, Colin Hanks, Zach Grenier, Don Amendolia, Susan Kellermann, Erik Steele and Diane Walsh, written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman.

33 VARIATIONS' Jane Fonda Chats with USA Today
by Eddie Varley - March 3, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, chats with USA Today about her role in this new play and her return to Broadway after a 46 year absence.

Tectonic Theater Project Hosts Benefit Celebrating Premiere of 33 Variations Feb. 26
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2009

Tectonic Theater Project will be hosting a benefit performance and post-performance reception honoring the Broadway Premiere of Mois?s Kaufman?s new play, 33 Variations starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, and Colin Hanks on Thursday, February 26, 2009 at the Eugene O?Neill Theater, 230 W 49th St., New York City. The Post-Play Reception following the evening performance will be hosted by Morgans Hotel Group at Royalton, 44 West 44th Street, and catered by Valrhona Chocolates.

Photo Coverage: 33 VARIATIONS' Fonda & Kaufman Guest at NYT Times Talk
by Walter McBride - February 24, 2009

Jane Fonda and Moises Kaufman, the star and writer-director of the upcoming Broadway play 33 VARIATIONS, participated in a New York Times 'Times Talk' on Monday, February 23 at the TimesCenter (242 West 41st Street). Moderated by Times reporter Patrick Healy the event was a candid night of creative discussion, BroadwayWorld's cameras were there to capture the evening.

Tectonic Theater Project Hosts Benefit Celebrating Premiere of 33 Variations Feb. 26
by Robert Diamond - February 23, 2009

Tectonic Theater Project will be hosting a benefit performance and post-performance reception honoring the Broadway Premiere of Mois?s Kaufman?s new play, 33 Variations starring Jane Fonda, Samantha Mathis, and Colin Hanks on Thursday, February 26, 2009 at the Eugene O?Neill Theater, 230 W 49th St., New York City. The Post-Play Reception following the evening performance will be hosted by Morgans Hotel Group at Royalton, 44 West 44th Street, and catered by Valrhona Chocolates.

33 Variations' Jane Fonda to Appear on THE VIEW Feb. 23
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, will conduct a live interview with the ladies of ABC?s ?The View,? on Monday, February 23rd between 11:00AM-12:00PM on channel 7. Tune in to hear Jane discuss her role in this new play and her return to Broadway after a 46 year absence.

33 Variations' Jane Fonda to Appear on THE VIEW Feb. 23
by Robert Diamond - February 19, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, will conduct a live interview with the ladies of ABC?s ?The View,? on Monday, February 23rd between 11:00AM-12:00PM on channel 7. Tune in to hear Jane discuss her role in this new play and her return to Broadway after a 46 year absence.

BWW TV STAGE TUBE: '33 VARIATIONS' Star Jane Fonda on NBC's The Today Show
by Eddie Varley - February 17, 2009

33 Variations' star Jane Fonda appeared on NBC's 'Today Show' on Monday morning. BWW TV's STAGE TUBE is pleased to bring you Meredith Vieira's interview with Jane Fonda.

33 Variations Star Jane Fonda to Appear on 'Today Show' Feb. 16
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, will conduct a live interview with Meredith Vieira, on NBC?s ?Today Show? on Monday, February 16th between 8:00-9:00AM on channel 4. Tune in to hear Jane discuss her return to Broadway after a 46 year absence.

33 Variations Star Jane Fonda to Appear on 'Today Show' Feb. 16
by Robert Diamond - February 13, 2009

Jane Fonda, star of 33 VARIATIONS, will conduct a live interview with Meredith Vieira, on NBC?s ?Today Show? on Monday, February 16th between 8:00-9:00AM on channel 4. Tune in to hear Jane discuss her return to Broadway after a 46 year absence.

Jane Fonda Launches New Website And Blog
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 6, 2009

Jane Fonda's official website was launched this week. Visit www.JaneFonda.com to read Fonda's personal blog, view photos and learn about the new play 33 VARIATIONS. Jane Fonda returns to the New York stage after a 46 year absence. 33 VARIATIONS, written and directed by Mois?s Kaufman, begins previews this Monday, February 9th on Broadway at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre. On www.JaneFonda.com, Fonda discusses everything from the challenges of the rehearsal process, to missing her father, Henry Fonda. The New York Times has said that her blog is 'relatively unguarded for a celebrity blog.' Visit the blog daily to read new entries and see the world through the eyes of Jane Fonda.

Colin Hanks, Samantha Mathis & More Join Fonda in 33 VARIATIONS
by Eddie Varley - January 14, 2009

Producer David Binder announced today additional casting and the design team for the upcoming Broadway production of Mois?s Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS starring Oscar & Emmy Award winning actress Jane Fonda.Rehearsals began for the cast including Jane Fonda (Katherine Brandt), Samantha Mathis (ClaraBrandt), Colin Hanks (Mike Clark), Zach Grenier (Beethoven), Don Amendolia (Anton Diabelli), Susan Kellerman (Dr. Gertie Ladenburger), Erik Steele (Anton Schindler) and Diane Walsh (Pianist).

Fonda Led 33 VARIATIONS Tickets Now On Sale
by Eddie Varley - December 26, 2008

Oscar & Emmy Award winning screen legend JANE FONDA will return to Broadway in MOISES KAUFMAN's 33 VARIATIONS. Performances begin on Monday, February 9th, 2009 at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre (230 West 49th Street). The official opening will be Monday, March 9th, 2009. The engagement will play through May 24th, 2009. Tickets are now available for sale to the general public.

33 Variations FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of 33 Variations have there been?
33 Variations has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 2009.
What Tony Awards has 33 Variations been nominated for?
Best Play , Best Lighting Design of a Play for David Lander and Best Scenic Design of a Play for Derek McLane.
What Tony Awards has 33 Variations won?
33 Variations has won two Tony Awards. It won the award for Best Lighting Design of a Play for David Lander and the award for Best Scenic Design of a Play for Derek McLane.
What awards has 33 Variations been nominated for?
33 Variations has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Derek McLane, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for André J. Pluess, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moisés Kaufman, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for David Lander, Outstanding New Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Derek McLane, Notable Effects - Projections (The Hewes Awards) for Jeff Sugg, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for Derek McLane, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Colin Hanks.
What awards has 33 Variations won?
33 Variations has won several awards, including Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Derek McLane, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for André J. Pluess, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moisés Kaufman, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for David Lander, Outstanding New Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Derek McLane, Notable Effects - Projections (The Hewes Awards) for Jeff Sugg, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for Derek McLane, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Colin Hanks.

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