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Opened: April 21, 1955

Inherit the Wind - 1955 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Inherit the Wind, a powerful courtroom drama written by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee, isn't a musical, but it's a gripping play nonetheless. Here's the lowdown:



Debuting in 1955, the play fictionalizes the infamous Scopes Monkey Trial of 1925. Science teacher John Scopes is put on trial for defying a Tennessee law that prohibited teaching evolution in public schools. The play becomes a battleground for clashing ideologies - religious fundamentalism versus scientific progress.



Two legendary lawyers take center stage: the firebrand defense attorney Henry Drummond, modeled after Clarence Darrow, and the ruthless prosecutor Matthew Harrison Brady, a character resembling William Jennings Bryan. Their legal battle becomes a microcosm of the larger societal struggle between tradition and progress.



Inherit the Wind transcends its historical setting. The play continues to resonate with audiences today, sparking discussions about censorship, academic freedom, and the ongoing debate between science and religion. Its powerful message and timeless themes make Inherit the Wind a thought-provoking and impactful piece of theater.

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Benjamin Walker, Amanda Seyfried, Shuler Hensley Lead BUS STOP Reading Next Month; Is Broadway Next?
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 20, 2011


Michael Reidel reports in the New York Post this morning that Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson star Benjamin Walker will be back in the New York theater loop when he leads a reading of Bus Stop next month as cowboy Bo Decker. Amanda Seyfried will co-star alongside Walker as Cherie. Shuler Hensley will also participate. Hollywood's Paula Wagner, who owns the rights to the project will produce. Scott Ellis directs. A revival of Bus Stop is reportedly bound for Broadway.

Anne Cattaneo Wins 2011 Margo Jones Award
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 6, 2011


The Ohio State University Arts and Humanities and University Libraries' Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee Theatre Research Institute has announced that it will present the prestigious 2011 Margo Jones Award to Lincoln Center Theater dramaturg Anne Cattaneo. The award, which will be presented to Ms. Cattaneo in a ceremony in the Vivian Beaumont Theater lobby on Monday, July 11 beginning at 5:30, is given annually to a 'citizen-of-the-theatre who has demonstrated a significant impact, understanding and affirmation of the craft of playwriting, with a lifetime commitment to the encouragement of the living theatre everywhere.'

Laurence Luckinbill Set For CLARENCE DARROW TONIGHT! June 19
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 24, 2011


Laurence Luckinbill, award-winning actor and Abingdon Theatre Company Honorary Board Member, will read his one-person show CLARENCE DARROW TONIGHT! at the June Havoc Theatre (312 West 36th Street) on June 19 at 7:00pm; all tickets are $25 and include a wine reception following the reading.

42nd Street Moon Presents STRIKE UP THE BAND, 4/9-24
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2011


42nd Street Moon's Ira Gershwin celebration continues in April with STRIKE UP THE BAND, to be presented at the Eureka Theatre in low-priced previews on April 6, 7 and 8, opening on Saturday, April 9, and running through April 24. Heading the cast will be Carson Church as Horace Fletcher with Michael Scott Wells as Jim Townsend, Samantha Bruce as Joan Fletcher and Moon's Producing Director Stephanie Rhoads as Mrs. Draper.

42nd Street Moon Presents STRIKE UP THE BAND, 4/9-24
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 14, 2011


42nd Street Moon's Ira Gershwin celebration continues in April with STRIKE UP THE BAND, to be presented at the Eureka Theatre in low-priced previews on April 6, 7 and 8, opening on Saturday, April 9, and running through April 24. Heading the cast will be Carson Church as Horace Fletcher with Michael Scott Wells as Jim Townsend, Samantha Bruce as Joan Fletcher and Moon's Producing Director Stephanie Rhoads as Mrs. Draper.

Huntington Theatre Company Opens 2010-2011 Season with BUS STOP, 9/17
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2010


The Huntington Theatre Company opens its 2010-2011 Season with Bus Stop, William Inge's American classic. Former Huntington artistic director Nicholas Martin returns to direct on The Huntington's main stage - the Boston University Theatre, 264 Huntington Avenue, Boston.

Huntington Theatre Company Opens 2010-2011 Season with BUS STOP, 9/17
by Samantha Leffler - Aug 4, 2010


The Huntington Theatre Company opens its 2010-2011 Season with Bus Stop, William Inge's American classic. Former Huntington artistic director Nicholas Martin returns to direct on The Huntington's main stage - the Boston University Theatre, 264 Huntington Avenue, Boston.

The Old Vic's INHERIT THE WIND Closes 20 Dec.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2009


David Troughton joins Kevin Spacey to lead the cast in Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee's explosive courtroom classic Inherit the Wind directed by Trevor Nunn. Inherit the Wind plays at The Old Vic, London 18 September - 20 December 2009, with a Press Night set for Thursday, 1 October 2009.

Ed Dixon and Scott Jaeck Lead Cast of INHERIT THE WIND at The Cleveland Play House
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 2, 2009


Veteran actors Ed Dixon and Scott Jaeck lead the cast of The Cleveland Play House production of Inherit the Wind, written by Jerome Lawrence & Robert Edwin Lee and directed by Associate Artistic Director Seth Gordon.

David Troughton Joins Kevin Spacey For The Old Vic's INHERIT THE WIND, Runs 18 Sept. - 20 Dec.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2009


David Troughton joins Kevin Spacey to lead the cast in Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee's explosive courtroom classic Inherit the Wind directed by Trevor Nunn. Inherit the Wind plays at The Old Vic, London 18 September - 20 December 2009, with a Press Night set for Thursday, 1 October 2009.

David Troughton Joins Kevin Spacey For The Old Vic's INHERIT THE WIND, Runs 18 Sept. - 20 Dec.
by Charlie Piane - Aug 11, 2009


David Troughton joins Kevin Spacey to lead the cast in Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee's explosive courtroom classic Inherit the Wind directed by Trevor Nunn. Inherit the Wind plays at The Old Vic, London 18 September - 20 December 2009, with a Press Night set for Thursday, 1 October 2009.

Brian Dennehy Featured on 'Theater Talk,' July 6
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2007


Inherit the Wind star Brian Dennehy will be interviewed on 'Theater Talk' this Friday, July 6th at 12:30 AM.

Inherit the Wind Revival Ends Limited Run July 8
by BWW News Desk - Jul 2, 2007


The limited run of Inherit the Wind, starring two time Tony Award-winners Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy ends on Sunday, July 8. It will have played 27 previews and 100 regular performances.

Plummer and Dennehy Featured on ABC News, June 28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2007


Inherit the Wind stars Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy will be featured on WABC's 'Eyewitness News' tomorrow, Thursday June 28th at 6:15am.

Inherit The Wind: Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been A Monkey
by Michael Dale - May 5, 2007


Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy star in a new Broadway production filled with wholesome Americana small-town pageantry.

Inherit the Wind Opens Tonight, April 12, on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2007


Tonight is opening night for Inherit the Wind, starring two time Tony Award-winners Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy

NPR Feature on Inherit the Wind Available Online
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2007


Broadway's INHERIT THE WIND was featured on NPR's Morning Edition this morning Tuesday, April 10.

Brian Dennehy to be Featured on WOR Radio, April 4
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2007


Two time Tony Award-winner Brian Dennehy, currently starring in Inherit the Wind on Broadway opposite two time Tony Award winner Christopher Plummer will appear on WOR Radio's 'Joan Hamburg Show' on Wednesday, April 4 between 10:30-11 AM.

Inherit the Wind Begins Broadway Previews, March 19
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2007


Performances of Inherit the Wind begin tonight, Monday, March 19th.

Tickets Go On Sale on Feb 10 for 'Inherit the Wind'
by BWW News Desk - Feb 8, 2007


On February 10, tickets will go on sale to the general public for the new production of Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee's legendary 1955 drama, INHERIT THE WIND.

Jennings, O'Hare, Fowler & More Join Inherit the Wind
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2007


The producers of the upcoming Broadway production of INHERIT THE WIND starring two time Tony® Award winners Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy have announced the complete 34-member company.

Inherit the Wind Revival Opens April 12 at the Lyceum
by BWW News Desk - Dec 22, 2006


The previously announced Broadway revival of Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee's classic Inherit the Wind, starring Tony Award-winners Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy, is now slated to begin March 19th at the Lyceum Theatre and to open on April 12th

Review: 2nd Story's Inherit the Wind
by Randy Rice - Oct 12, 2006


2nd Story Theatre presents their latest production, the courtroom drama Inherit the Wind, in a courthouse setting, The Bristol Statehouse

Plummer & Dennehy to Star in March Inherit the Wind Revival
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2006


Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy will star in a revival of Inherit the Wind, which will begin a limited run at the Lyceum Theatre in March

Christopher Plummer to Star in Inherit the Wind Revival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 9, 2006


A revival of Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee's classic play Inherit the Wind, starring Christopher Plummer, will soon be blowing into Broadway

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Inherit the Wind - 1955 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1956 Tony Awards Best Direction Herman Shumlin
1956 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Ed Begley
1956 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Paul Muni
1956 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Peter Larkin
1955 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Play 0

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