Deathtrap 1978 - Articles Page 3

Opened: February 26, 1978
Closing: June 13, 1982

Deathtrap - 1978 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Comfortably ensconced in his charming Connecticut home, Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a dry spell which has resulted in a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college—a thriller that Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway smash. Sidney’s plan, devised with his wife’s help, is to offer collaboration to the student for co-credit. Or is it? DEATHTRAP provides twists and turns of devilish cleverness, and offers hilariously sudden shocks in such abundance that audiences will be spellbound until the very last moment.

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NextStop Theatre Announces Cast of DEATHTRAP
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 7, 2015


NextStop Theatre Company's 3rd professional season continues Halloween weekend with the opening of its production of the suspense thriller, Deathtrap. Holding the record as the longest-running thriller in Broadway history, Ira Levin's ingeniously crafted play brings the scares and surprises coming until the final curtain. NextStop's production, directed by Producing Artistic Director Evan Hoffmann, will open Halloween weekend and run through November 22, 2015.

DEATHTRAP Opens at Newnan Theatre Company's Black Box Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2015


Newnan Theatre Company has offered spooky plays in October for several years, and this year NTC opens Halloween month with Ira Levin's DEATHTRAP, a story 'so evil it infects all who touch it.'

DEATHTRAP to Open at Newnan Theatre Company's Black Box Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2015


Newnan Theatre Company has offered spooky plays in October for several years, and this year NTC opens Halloween month with Ira Levin's DEATHTRAP, a story 'so evil it infects all who touch it.'

Jeffrey Bean Stars in Alley Theatre's THE FOREIGNER, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2015


THE FOREIGNER is the last play in the 'Alley Theatre @ UH' season. Alley Resident Company member Jeffrey Bean returns to one of his signature roles as Charlie Baker. The show opens tonight, July 8, 2015.

Jeffrey Bean Stars in THE FOREIGNER, Beginning Tonight at the Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2015


The Foreigner is the last play in the 'Alley Theatre @ UH' season, starring Alley Resident Company member Jeffrey Bean in one of his signature roles as Charlie Baker.

Jeffrey Bean to Star in Alley Theatre's THE FOREIGNER; Cast & Creatives Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2015


Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd announced the cast and creative team for The Foreigner, the last play in the "Alley Theatre @ UH" season. Alley Resident Company member Jeffrey Bean returns to one of his signature roles as Charlie Baker.

Alison Fraser, Debra Jo Rupp, Gregg Edelman & More to Lead Berkshire Theatre Group's DEATHTRAP
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 10, 2015


Berkshire Theatre Group presents Tony Award-nominated comedy thriller Deathtrap, featuring Gregg Edelman, Alison Fraser, Eric Hill, Tom Pecinka and Debra Jo Rupp, and directed by BTG Alum, Aaron Mark. Opening Night is Friday, July 3 at 8pm. Preview performances begin on Wednesday, July 1 at 7pm and the production closes Saturday, July 25 at 8pm.

BWW Reviews: DEATHTRAP Blurs The Lines Between “Reality” And Fiction In This Comedy Thriller
by Jade Kops - Apr 23, 2015


Ira Levin's 1978 comedy thriller DEATHTRAP is bought to life by Darlinghurst Theatre Co and proves that the work is still captivating 37 years later. The mysterious play within a play has the audience guessing and gasping till the very end as the creation and the creators blur the lines between their reality and fiction.

DEATHTRAP at Everyman Theatre - HO HO HO...A Whodunit for the Holidays!
by Charles Shubow - Dec 19, 2014


Ira Levin murder mystery is packed with mayhem and macabre.

BWW Reviews: Everyman Kills With DEATHTRAP
by Cybele Pomeroy - Dec 15, 2014


Everyman's new location provides a warm home for the 'cozy' DEATHTRAP. The high production values and seamless performances create an evening of humor-filled suspense.

Darlinghurst Theatre Company Announces 2015 Season
by Anna Bencivengo - Oct 13, 2014


Darlinghurst Theatre Company's inaugural season in the iconic Eternity Playhouse has enjoyed wide critical acclaim. The 2015 program, announced today, promises a dynamic season full of inspiration, passion and life and will showcase an Australian premiere and three Sydney premieres.

Jay Sullivan, Jeffrey Bean and James Black Lead DRACULA, Beginning Tonight at the Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2014


Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd announces the cast and creative team for Dracula, the Original Vampire Play, the second production in the 'Alley Theatre @ UH' season. Featuring iconic costume and set designs by Edward Gorey, the Alley's production is based on the original 1927 adaptation of the classic thriller that marvelously balances the menace of the horror tale with sophisticated satire.

Jay Sullivan, Jeffrey Bean and James Black to Lead DRACULA at the Alley Theatre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2014


Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd announces the cast and creative team for Dracula, the Original Vampire Play, the second production in the 'Alley Theatre @ UH' season. Featuring iconic costume and set designs by Edward Gorey, the Alley's production is based on the original 1927 adaptation of the classic thriller that marvelously balances the menace of the horror tale with sophisticated satire.

Anjelica Huston, Mia Farrow, Carol Burnett, Alan Alda & More Will Rotate Through All-Star Broadway Revival of A.R. Gurney's LOVE LETTERS at the Nederlander
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 31, 2014


A.R. Gurney's enduring romance about first loves and second chances, LOVE LETTERS, will have its first Broadway revival, beginning performances Saturday, September 13, 2014, at 8pm, at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41 Street).

BWW Reviews: DEATHTRAP at The Engeman
by Melissa Giordano - Jul 31, 2014


Ira Levin's Deathtrap is no doubt produced often since its Broadway staging in 1978. Therefore, you need something to entice you to see this Tony nominated play and I've just the thing.

Spotlight Theatre Presents DEATHTRAP, Now thru 5/3
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2014


Spotlight Theatre Company will produce the Ira Levin comedy-thriller, Deathtrap, opening tonight, April 5, and running through Saturday, May 3, 2014. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $21 for General Admission and $19 for Students/Seniors. All matinees are only $16. Performances will be held at the John Hand Theater, 7653 E. 1st Place, Denver.

Spotlight Theatre to Present DEATHTRAP, 4/5-5/3
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 2, 2014


Spotlight Theatre Company will produce the Ira Levin comedy-thriller, Deathtrap, opening Saturday, April 5, and running through Saturday, May 3, 2014. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $21 for General Admission and $19 for Students/Seniors. All matinees are only $16. Performances will be held at the John Hand Theater, 7653 E. 1st Place, Denver.

BWW Reviews: Pioneer Theatre Company's DEATHTRAP is a Tightly Wound Ticking Clock of a Production
by Tyler Hinton - Mar 31, 2014


Pioneer Theatre Company's DEATHTRAP is well crafted all around, with superior direction, design, and performances. Director May Adrales has triumphed in creating a tightly wound ticking clock of a production that engages and satisfies.

Pioneer Theatre Company Stages DEATHTRAP, Now thru 4/12
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2014


Pioneer Theatre Company presents the comedy-thriller Deathtrap by Ira Levin, today, March 28 through April 12, 2014.

BWW Reviews: DEATHTRAP Blends a Murder Mystery Thriller with Comedy
by Barry Lenny - Mar 23, 2014


There are twists and turns and red herrings galore, and plenty of laughs to keep the audience entertained.

Pioneer Theatre Company to Stage DEATHTRAP, 3/28-4/12
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2014


Written in 1978, Deathtrap still holds the record for longest-running comedy thriller on Broadway. Sidney Bruhl is a playwright desperately in need of a hit. Just in time, a former student sends him the manuscript of his first play, a murder mystery called Deathtrap. Sidney smells a hit, but he's never been that fond of sharing credit. TIME Magazine said, 'If you care to assassinate yourself with laughter, try Deathtrap.'

BWW Reviews: DEATHTRAP - Twists, Turns and Humor Excite at GLT
by Roy Berko - Feb 24, 2014


Overheard at intermission of 'DEATHTRAP' at Great Lakes Theater: 'I never expected that to happen!' Response: 'I've seen this before and what's coming up in the second act is even more surprising!'

Milburn Stone Theatre Kicks Off 2014 with Ira Levin's DEATHTRAP! Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2014


The Milburn Stone Theatre begins 2014 with one of the longest running broadway plays of all time, Ira Levin's DEATHTRAP! Levin, author of such notable classic stories of horror and suspense as Rosemary's Baby, The Boys From Brazil and The Stepford Wives won his second Edgar award (an award presented to notable mystery and suspense writers, named after Edgar Allen Poe) with DEATHTRAP!

Milburn Stone Theatre to Kick Off 2014 with Ira Levin's DEATHTRAP!, Begin. 1/17
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 6, 2014


The Milburn Stone Theatre begins 2014 with one of the longest running broadway plays of all time, Ira Levin's DEATHTRAP! Levin, author of such notable classic stories of horror and suspense as Rosemary's Baby, The Boys From Brazil and The Stepford Wives won his second Edgar award (an award presented to notable mystery and suspense writers, named after Edgar Allen Poe) with DEATHTRAP!

Pearl Theater Stages DEATHTRAP, Now thru 11/17
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2013


Clever comedy-thriller Deathtrap will be performed at the Pearl Theater tonight, November 1 - 17, 2013.

Deathtrap FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Deathtrap have there been?
Deathtrap has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1978 and West End which opened in 2010.
What Tony Awards has Deathtrap been nominated for?
Best Play and , Best Direction of a Play for Robert Moore.
What awards has Deathtrap been nominated for?
Deathtrap has been nominated for several awards. It received nominations for Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards, with Marc B. Weiss being recognized for his work in this category. Additionally, the show was also nominated for Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards, with William Ritman being acknowledged for his exceptional set design. These nominations highlight the talent and creativity displayed in Deathtrap's lighting and set design.

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