Hamlet 1972

Opened: June 20, 1972
Closing: July 16, 1972

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Hamlet FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Hamlet have there been?
Hamlet has had 17 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1956, Off-Broadway which opened in 1957, Off-Broadway which opened in 1964, Off-Broadway which opened in 1967, Off-Broadway which opened in 1970, Off-Broadway which opened in 1972, Off-Broadway which opened in 1975, Off-Broadway which opened in 1982, Off-Broadway which opened in 1983, Off-Broadway which opened in 1986, Off-Broadway which opened in 1990, Off-Broadway which opened in 1999, Off-Broadway which opened in 2005, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Off-Broadway which opened in 2008, Off-Broadway which opened in 2009 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2013.
What awards has Hamlet been nominated for?
Hamlet has been nominated for several awards. Stacy Keach was nominated for Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards. James Earl Jones was also nominated for Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards. Additionally, Stacy Keach received a nomination for Distinguished Performances at the Obie Awards.
What awards has Hamlet won?
Hamlet has won several awards for its outstanding performances. Stacy Keach received the Outstanding Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards, while James Earl Jones also received the same award. Additionally, Stacy Keach was honored with the Distinguished Performances award at the Obie Awards.

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