Our Lady of 121st Street 2003 - Articles Page 3

Opened: May 1, 2003
Closing: June 10, 2003

Our Lady of 121st Street - 2003 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Union Square Theatre
100 E. 17th Street New York, NY

After the death of the beloved Sister Rose, a group of her former students return to their Harlem neighborhood to pay respects. But at the Funeral Home, there's a problem-her dead body has been stolen. An irreverently brash and insightful dark comedy, Stephen Adly Guirgis' Our Lady of 121st Street paints a vivid comic portrait of what happens when old friends meet old wounds and how old habits die hard.

Our Lady of 121st Street - 2003 - Off-Broadway Cast

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First Look - Late Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman Stars in HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY Part I
by Caryn Robbins - May 15, 2014


Lionsgate has released one of the first images of late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman in THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY - Part 1.

Lookingglass Extends 'IN THE GARDEN' Through 6/29
by Tyler Peterson - May 13, 2014


Lookingglass Theatre Company announces an extension of In the Garden: A Darwinian Love Story, the World-Premiere production by Artistic Associate Sara Gmitter and directed by Jessica Thebus. The show now runs through Sunday, June 29, 2014. The two-week extension goes on sale to the public on Thursday, May 15, 2014. In the Garden runs at Lookingglass Theatre Company, located inside Chicago's historic Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan Ave. at Pearson.

Sara Gmitter's IN THE GARDEN: A DARWINIAN LOVE STORY Makes World Premiere at Lookingglass Theatre, Now thru 6/15
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2014


Continuing its 26th Season, Lookingglass Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of In the Garden: A Darwinian Love Story, by Artistic Associate Sara Gmitter and directed by Jessica Thebus. In the Garden runs today, April 16 - June 15, 2014 at Lookingglass Theatre Company, located inside Chicago's historic Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan Ave. at Pearson. The Press Opening is Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 7:30 p.m..

VIDEO: Watch One of Philip Seymour Hoffman's Final Performances - A MOST WANTED MAN
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 11, 2014


The domestic trailer for director Anton Corbijn's adaptation of John le Carre's A MOST WANTED MAN has been released.

'A Little Piece of a Great Big Soul' Meet the Full Cast of Broadway's OF MICE AND MEN, Beginning Tomorrow!
by Meet the Cast - Mar 18, 2014


Directed by Tony Award-winner Anna D. Shapiro, the new Broadway production of Of Mice and Men begins performances tomorrow, Wednesday, March 19, 2014 and will officially open on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Scroll down to learn more about the full company, plus watch interviews with the cast and get a sneak peek at the play below!

Sara Gmitter's IN THE GARDEN: A DARWINIAN LOVE STORY to Make World Premiere at Lookingglass Theatre, 4/16-6/15
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2014


Continuing its 26th Season, Lookingglass Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of In the Garden: A Darwinian Love Story, by Artistic Associate Sara Gmitter and directed by Jessica Thebus. In the Garden runs April 16 - June 15, 2014 at Lookingglass Theatre Company, located inside Chicago's historic Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan Ave. at Pearson. The Press Opening is Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 7:30 p.m..

Autopsy Reveals Philip Seymour Hoffman Died From Toxic Mix of Drugs
by Movies News Desk - Feb 28, 2014


The Hollywood Reporter writes that the New York City medical examiner's office has determined Philip Seymour Hoffman died from 'accidental acute mixed drug intoxication, including heroin, cocaine, benzodiazepines and amphetamine'.

Phillip Seymour Hoffman's Friend David Bar Katz Uses Libel Suit Settlement to Create Foundation, Award in His Honor
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 25, 2014


When Phillip Seymour Hoffman's friend, playwright David Bar Katz, saw a story by The National Enquirer claiming he and Hoffman had been 'lovers who had freebased cocaine the night before his death, and said Mr. Katz claimed to have seen him using heroin many times', he immediately filed a libel suit. After two days, The Enquirer had withdrawn the article and apologized. But Katz's settlement included much more.

Geva Theatre Center to Dim Lights in Honor of Philip Seymour Hoffman Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 5, 2014


Geva Theatre Center will join with the Broadway community this evening in dimming its marquee lights at 7:45pm for 1-minute in tribute to Philip Seymour Hoffman.

Philip Seymour Hoffman Autopsy Returns 'Inconclusive' Results; Further Testing to Be Done
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 5, 2014


An autopsy conducted on the body of late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman has returned inconclusive.

Arrests Made in Connection with Death of Philip Seymour Hoffman
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 5, 2014


Three men and one woman were arrested in Lower Manhattan on Tuesday, February 4th, in connection with the death of Philip Seymour Hoffman.

BWW Photo Special: Remembering Phillip Seymour Hoffman
by Walter McBride - Feb 3, 2014


As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, Oscar, Tony and multi-award winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead from suspected drug overdose on Sunday afternoon at his apartment in Manhattan's West Village. Beloved by audiences, and colleagues, we are sad to bring you more photos from throughout his career.

Philip Seymour Hoffman Autopsy Set for Today
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 3, 2014


An autopsy of Academy Award winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who was found dead on Sunday, February 2 of an apparent drug overdose, is set to take place today by the New York medical examiner's office.

Steve Coogan, Naomie Harris Tribute Philip Seymour Hoffman at 2014 London Critics' Circle Film Awards; 12 YEARS A SLAVE Takes Top Honor
by Movies News Desk - Feb 2, 2014


According to the Daily Mail, actor Steve Coogan took a moment at this evening's London Critics' Circle Film Awards to pay tribute to Philip Seymour Hoffman, who passed away Sunday afternoon from a suspected drug overdose in his apartment in Manhattan's West Village.

Lionsgate Comments on Philip Seymour Hoffman's Passing; MOCKINGJAY Mostly Filmed
by Movies News Desk - Feb 2, 2014


Very sad news today in the entertainment world: Oscar, Tony and multi-award winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead from suspected drug overdose on Sunday afternoon at his apartment in Manhattan's West Village. Lionsgate released a statement today on the passing of Oscar-winner Philip Seymour Hoffman.

Labyrinth Theater Company Remembers Former Artistic Director Philip Seymour Hoffman
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2014


Very sad news today in the theatre world: Oscar, Tony and multi-award winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead from suspected drug overdose on Sunday afternoon at his apartment in Manhattan's West Village. NYC's Labyrinth Theater Company has released the following statement on his passing.

Fellow Actors, Colleagues Remember Philip Seymour Hoffman
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2014


Very sad news today in the theatre world: Oscar, Tony and multi-award winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead from suspected drug overdose on Sunday afternoon at his apartment in Manhattan's West Village. Scroll down for Tweets from fellow actors and colleagues celebrating his talent and memory.

BWW Photo Special: Philip Seymour Hoffman
by Robert Diamond - Feb 2, 2014


Very sad news today in the theatre world: Oscar, Tony and multi-award winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead from suspected drug overdose on Sunday afternoon at his apartment in Manhattan's West Village. Beloved by audiences, and colleagues, we are sad to present a photo flashback of BroadwayWorld.com's 10 years of photo coverage of this one of a kind talent.

Breaking News: Oscar and Tony-Winning Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman Found Dead at Age 46
by Robert Diamond - Feb 2, 2014


First reported by the Wall Street Journal, Oscar, Tony and multi-award winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead on Sunday afternoon, at his apartment at 35 Bethune Street, in Manhattan's West Village. According to police reports, the initial cause of death is believed to have been a drug overdose; and Hoffman had been admitted to rehab last year for herion abuse.

John Bolton and More to Star in Hangar Theatre's CLYBOURNE PARK, 8/8-17
by BWW News Desk - Jul 23, 2013


Hangar Theatre continues its 39th season with the regional premiere of Bruce Norris' award-winning play, Clybourne Park, running from August 8th through 17th.

David Schwimmer Directs BIG LAKE BIG CITY World Premiere at Lookingglass Theatre, Now thru 8/11
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2013


Closing out its 25th Anniversary Season, Lookingglass Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of Big Lake Big City, written by Keith Huff and directed by Ensemble Member David Schwimmer. Tickets are now on sale for the production, running tonight, June 19 - August 11, 2013 at Lookingglass Theatre Company, located inside Chicago's historic Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan Ave. at Pearson.

San Francisco Playhouse's THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT Adds Matinee, 2/17
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2013


San Francisco Playhouse Bill English, Artistic Director and Susi Damilano, Producing Director start the new year off with a bang. Continuing the company's Tenth Season, now in their new venue at 450 Post Street, San Francisco Playhouse presents the West Coast premiere of the the raucous comedy,The Motherf**ker with the Hat, directed by Bill English. The show has added a matinee performance this Sunday, February 17 at 2 p.m.

Stephen Adly Guirgis' THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT Plays Limited Run at the Roxy Regional Theatre, 3/20-23
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 13, 2013


Stephen Adly Guirgis' new high-octane, verbal cage match about love, fidelity and misplaced haberdashery, THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT, pushes the envelope at the Roxy Regional Theatre's theotherspace for four performances only, beginning Wednesday, March 20, at 7pm.

Carl Lumbly Stars in San Francisco Playhouse's THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT, Now thru 3/18
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2013


San Francisco Playhouse Bill English, Artistic Director and Susi Damilano, Producing Director start the new year off with a bang. Continuing the company's Tenth Season, now in their new venue at 450 Post Street, San Francisco Playhouse presents the West Coast premiere of the the raucous comedy,The Motherf**ker with the Hat, directed by Bill English. Press Opening is February 2nd.

THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT Plays State Theatre Centre, Now thru Feb 3
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2013


BLACK SWAN State Theatre Company presents The Motherf**ker with the Hat by Stephen Adly Guirgis, tonight, 17 January - 3 February 2013.

Our Lady of 121st Street FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Our Lady of 121st Street have there been?
Our Lady of 121st Street has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2003 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2018.
What awards has Our Lady of 121st Street been nominated for?
Our Lady of 121st Street has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Director - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Philip Seymour Hoffman, Outstanding One-Person Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for Stephen Adly Guirgis, the John Gassner Playwriting Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Stephen Adly Guirgis, Outstanding Director at The Lortels for Philip Seymour Hoffman, Outstanding Play at The Lortels for John Gould Rubin, Ira Pittelman, Robyn Goodman, Ruth Hendel, Daryl Roth, and the LAByrinth Theater Company.
What awards has Our Lady of 121st Street won?
Our Lady of 121st Street has won several awards, including Outstanding Director - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Philip Seymour Hoffman, Outstanding One-Person Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for Stephen Adly Guirgis, the John Gassner Playwriting Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Stephen Adly Guirgis, Outstanding Director at The Lortels for Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Outstanding Play at The Lortels for John Gould Rubin, Ira Pittelman, Robyn Goodman, Ruth Hendel, Daryl Roth, and the LAByrinth Theater Company.

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