Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo 2011 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: March 31, 2011
Closing: July 03, 2011

Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo - 2011 - Broadway History , Info & More

Richard Rodgers Theatre (Broadway)
226 W. 46th St. New York, NY 10036

Oscar® and Emmy® Award winner Robin Williams makes his Broadway debut in the New York premiere of BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO.



In Rajiv Joseph's new American play, a tiger haunts the streets of present day Baghdad seeking the meaning of life. As he witnesses the puzzling absurdities of war, the tiger encounters Americans and Iraqis who are searching for friendship, redemption and a toilet seat made of gold.



The New York Times says, "This boldly imagined, harrowing and surprisingly funny drama is wonderfully daring." A finalist for the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, this groundbreaking play comes to Broadway for a strictly limited, sixteen-week engagement directed by Tony Award® nominee Moisés Kaufman.



The cast also features Glenn Davis, Brad Fleischer, Hrach Titizian, Sheila Vand, Necar Zadegan and Arian Moayed, with Hend Ayoub, Corey Brill, Daoud Heidami and Sherman Howard.

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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo

Ghostly Beast Burning Bright in Iraq
9 / 10

Rajiv Joseph's smart, savagely funny and visionary new work of American theater invites fanciful comparison to the titular beast. 'Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo,' for all the killing and suffering it contains, is buoyed by the vitality of its imaginative scope. Violence is not after all the only human activity that can have far-reaching, unforeseen effects, shaping lives far into the future. Mr. Joseph's richly conceived play reminds us that art can have a powerful afterlife too.

"Bengal Tiger At The Baghdad Zoo"
3 / 10

Director Moises Kaufman's adept direction raises expectations. But the play doesn't hold up, eventually collapsing in a muddle of mental masturbation. And even that's a symbol too.

TV: Robin Williams in BENGAL TIGER - Performance Preview
by Jessica Lewis - March 29, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO performs Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., with matinees on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street) on Broadway. Here's a first look at the production on stage!

DEBUT OF THE MONTH: BENGAL TIGER's Sheila Vand
by Nick Orlando - March 25, 2011


Each month, BroadwayWorld shines the spotlight on stage actors making their Broadway debut as part of our 'Debut of the Month' series. This month, BroadwayWorld is showcasing 25-year-old actress Sheila Vand, who is making her Broadway debut, reprising her roles as Hadia and the Iraqi Teenager in Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, starring Robin Williams.

Photo Flash: BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO on Broadway!
by Robert Diamond - March 24, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO performs Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., with matinees on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street) on Broadway. Here's a first look at photos from the production!

BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Announces Lottery Policies
by Nicole Rosky - March 16, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO has just annouced their general rush policies for the Broadway run. Effective immediately, 21 orchestra seats for $27 will be available by lottery for every performance of BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO on Broadway at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.).

BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Begins Previews Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - March 11, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO, featuring the talents of Robin Williams, begins previews tonight, March 11, at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.). The show officially opens on March 31.

BENGAL TIGER's Robin Williams to appear on Nightline 2/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 2011


Robin Williams, who makes his Broadway acting debut this spring in Rajiv Joseph's play BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO, will appear on ABC-TV's 'Nightline' on Friday, February 25.

Back to Broadway in a New Way: Robin Williams Talks BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by Nicole Rosky - February 17, 2011


Yesterday, the cast and crew of BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO met the press for the first time. Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy winning actor Robin Williams, who will be making his Broadway debut in the production, chatted with Broadway Beat about the show.

Photo Coverage: Robin Williams & BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Meet the Press!
by Walter McBride - February 17, 2011


The cast and creative team of BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - the new American play by Rajiv Joseph and starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut met the press today and we were there to capture it all.

TV Broadway Beat Special: Robin Williams & BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by Robert Diamond - February 16, 2011


The cast and creative team of BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - the new American play by Rajiv Joseph and starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut met the press today and Broadway Beat was of course there to talk to Robin Williams and the team!

Box Office Open for BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by BWW News Desk - February 4, 2011


The box office will open today, February 4 at 10 a.m. for BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - the new American play by Rajiv Joseph and starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut - at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.) on Broadway.

Photo Coverage: UP ON THE MARQUEE: BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by Brian Estrada - January 22, 2011


Casting was recently completed for the Broadway premiere of Rajiv Joseph's play BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - set to begin previews March 11 and open March 31 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.), starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut - it has been announced by the play's producers Robyn Goodman, Kevin McCollum, Jeffrey Seller and Center Theatre Group.

Davis, Fleischer et al.. Join Williams in BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO on Broadway; Cast Complete
by Jessica Lewis - December 9, 2010


Casting has been completed for the Broadway premiere of Rajiv Joseph's play BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - set to begin previews March 11 and open March 31 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.), starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut - it has been announced by the play's producers Robyn Goodman, Kevin McCollum, Jeffrey Seller and Center Theatre Group.

BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Tix Go On Sale Today
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 17, 2010


Tickets to BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - the new American play by Rajiv Joseph and starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut - will go on-sale to the general public starting Wednesday, November 17.

BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO with Robin Williams to Open in March at Richard Rodgers Theatre
by Robert Diamond - November 12, 2010


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - the new American play by Rajiv Joseph and starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut - will perform at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.) on Broadway, it has been announced by the play's producers Robyn Goodman, Kevin McCollum, Jeffrey Seller and Center Theatre Group, with previews set to begin on March 11, 2011 prior to its official opening night on March 31.

CONFIRMED: Robin Williams Heads Back to Broadway in BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO in 2011
by Jessica Lewis - October 21, 2010


The New York Times reports today that Robin Williams may be returning to the Great White Way in Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, an Iraq War play - a Pulitzer Prize finalist - written by Rajiv Joseph that last had a critically successful run in Los Angeles. The production could open as early as the Spring of 2011 assuming that a deal can be reached with Williams and producers Robyn Goodman and Kevin McCollum.

RIALTO CHATTER: Robin Williams Heading Back to Broadway in 'TIGER?'
by Jessica Lewis - October 18, 2010


The New York Times reports today that Robin Williams may be returning to the Great White Way in Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, an Iraq War play - a Pulitzer Prize finalist - written by Rajiv Joseph that last had a critically successful run in Los Angeles. The production could open as early as the Spring of 2011 assuming that a deal can be reached with Williams and producers Robyn Goodman and Kevin McCollum.

Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo have there been?
Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 2011.
What Tony Awards has Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo been nominated for?
Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo has been nominated for several Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Lighting Design of a Play for David Lander, as well as Best Sound Design of a Play for Acme Sound Partners and Cricket S. Myers.
What awards has Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo been nominated for?
Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Moises Kaufman, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for David Lander, Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Kathryn Bostic, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Rajiv Joseph, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Derek McLane, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for ACME Sound Partners, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Cricket S. Myers, 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, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Arian Moayed, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Rajiv Joseph, and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Rajiv Joseph.
What awards has Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo won?
Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo has won several awards. These include the Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Moises Kaufman, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for David Lander, Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Kathryn Bostic, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Rajiv Joseph, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Derek McLane, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for ACME Sound Partners, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Cricket S. Myers, 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, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Arian Moayed, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Rajiv Joseph, and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Rajiv Joseph.

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