Orphans 2013 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: April 18, 2013
Closing: May 19, 2013

Orphans - 2013 - Broadway History , Info & More

In ORPHANS, two orphaned brothers are living in a decrepit North Philadelphia row house. Treat, the eldest, (Foster), supports his damaged younger sibling Phillip (Sturridge) by petty thievery, and makes the house a virtual prison for the seemingly simple-minded Phillip. One night he kidnaps a rich older man, Harold (Baldwin), who turns out to have his own motives and becomes the father figure the boys have always yearned for.

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Tom Sturridge steals ‘Orphans’ from Alec Baldwin in the play’s belated Broadway premiere
8 / 10

Considering its agitated gestation, it's amazing how smooth 'Orphans' is. During rehearsals, actor Shia LaBeouf had well-publicized - by himself - arguments with co-star Alec Baldwin and director Daniel Sullivan. In short order, LaBeouf was out and Ben Foster was in.

STAGE REVIEW Orphans
9 / 10

First mounted in 1983, Kessler's three-man drama remains a vibrant exploration of masculinity and the challenge of forming and maintaining family connections. And Sullivan, by design and happy accident, has assembled a cast that manages to strike the tricky balance of playing the allegory with hard-earned authenticity. They make this simple story feel both real and somehow larger than life. A-

ORPHANS' Alec Baldwin Makes TV Appearances Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - April 15, 2013


Alec Baldwin, who is now appearing on Broadway in Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS, will be a guest on both "The Howard Stern Show" and "CBS This Moring" on Tuesday, April 16. "The Howard Stern Show" on Sirius XM Radio and "CBS This Morning" on Tuesday, April 16. He is scheduled to be on The Howard Stern Show at 7 AM and on CBS Early Show at 8:30 AM.

STAGE TUBE: Alec Baldwin Talks Broadway Return in ORPHANS
by Stage Tube - April 6, 2013


Alec Baldwin recently spoke with The New York Times about starring in the new Broadway play ORPHANS. Click below for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes interview with the actor!

Photo Flash: First Look at Alec Baldwin, Tom Sturridge and Ben Foster in ORPHANS on Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - April 4, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, is currently in previews at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) in preparation for a Thursday, April 18 opening night. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Alec Baldwin & ORPHANS Cast Reacts to Shia LaBeouf Departure
by Nicole Rosky - April 3, 2013


ORPHANS began performances on March 19 and open on April 7 2013 at the Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street), marking the first Broadway staging of the play. Emmy winner and Tony Award and Oscar nominee Alec Baldwin, SAG and Emmy Award winner Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge star in Lyle Kessler's play, directed by Daniel Sullivan and produced by Frederick Zollo and Robert Cole.

VIDEO: Alec Baldwin Chats 'Orphans' on JIMMY FALLON
by Caryn Robbins - April 2, 2013


Alec Baldwin stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON to talk about his starring role in the new Broadway play 'Orphans.' Commenting on his return to the stage the actor shared, 'Theater is like the sorbet course, it's like the palete cleanser. It acts like a refresh button. You do things you never get to do on other jobs.' Check out the appearance below!

ORPHANS' Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge Join TimesTalks April 15 in NYC
by Kelsey Denette - April 2, 2013


Emmy winner and Tony Award and Oscar nominee Alec Baldwin, SAG and Emmy Award winner Ben Foster and London Newcomer of the Year nominee Tom Sturridge will be live at TheTimesCenter on Monday, April 15, to talk about their work on stage in the darkly comic play 'Orphans,' which opens on Broadway April 18, with New York Times theater reporter Patrick Healy.

Alec Baldwin Talks ORPHANS With Jimmy Fallon Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 1, 2013


Alec Baldwin, who is now appearing on Broadway in Lyle Kessler's Orphans, will be a guest on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' tonight, April 1. 'Late Night' airs at 12:35AM on NBC.

Alec Baldwin to Talk ORPHANS With Jimmy Fallon, 4/1
by Kelsey Denette - March 29, 2013


Alec Baldwin, who is now appearing on Broadway in Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS, will be a guest on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" on Monday April 1. "Late Night" airs at 12:35AM on NBC.

Twitter Watch: Shia LaBeouf Attends First ORPHANS Preview, Says 'Good Show - All Around'
by BWW - March 26, 2013


On Twitter Watch, Shia LaBeouf wrote '@ABFalecbaldwin @OrphansonBway good show - all around pic.twitter.com/g35UzjATO2 '

ORPHANS Begins Previews at Schoenfeld Theatre Tomorrow
by Nicole Rosky - March 25, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, begins previews tomorrow, Tuesday, March 26 at 7 PM at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) in preparation for a Thursday, April 18 opening night.

In the Spotlight Series: ORPHANS' Alec Baldwin
by Walter McBride - March 26, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, begins previews tomorrow, Tuesday, March 26 at 7 PM at the Gerald SchoenfeldTheatre (236 West 45th Street) in preparation for a Thursday, April 18 opening night. Check out photos of the the show's star, Alec Baldwin, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride below!

Twitter Watch: Shia LaBeouf Tweets More Baldwin ORPHANS Emails!
by BWW - March 6, 2013


It was announced late last month that due to creative differences, the producers of Orphans and Shia LaBeouf would part ways and he would not continue with the production. LaBeouf revealed additional details on why he dropped out of the production via Twitter, including emails with Alec Baldwin, Tom Sturridge and more. Now he's posted even more emails from the on-going saga that imply that Baldwin was unprepared for rehearsals.

Alec Baldwin Responds to Shia LaBeouf's ORPHANS Tweets
by Nicole Rosky - March 5, 2013


It was announced late last month that due to creative differences, the producers of Orphans and Shia LaBeouf would part ways and he would not continue with the production. LaBeouf revealed additional details on why he dropped out of the production via Twitter, including emails with Alec Baldwin, Tom Sturridge and more. Vulture asked Baldwin to respond to a particular tweet from LaBeouf: 'The theater belongs not to the great but to the brash.' Check out Baldwin's response below:

Breaking News: After Cast Change, Broadway's ORPHANS Pushes Opening & Preview Dates
by Robert Diamond - February 28, 2013


The producers of the Broadway production of ORPHANS announced today that previews will begin on Tuesday March 26 and opening night is Thursday April 18 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 W. 45th Street).

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Quick Switch - Ben Foster Replaces Shia LaBeouf on ORPHANS Theatre Marquee
by Walter McBride - February 27, 2013


Last week, the producers of the Broadway production of Orphans, Lyle Kessler's play, directed by Daniel Sullivan, announced that Ben Foster will join the cast immediately in the role of 'Treat' replacing Shia LeBeouf. The production wasted no time adjusting the show's marquee as well, and BWW happened to snap the first shots!

Alec Baldwin to Talk ORPHANS on Tonight's LATE SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - February 25, 2013


Alec Baldwin, now in rehearsals for Broadway's ORPHANS, will be a guest on "The Late Show with David Letterman" tonight Monday February 25. "Late Show" airs at 11:35 PM on CBS.

Ben Foster to Replace Shia LaBeouf as 'Treat' in Broadway-Bound ORPHANS
by Nicole Rosky - February 21, 2013


The producers of the Broadway production of ORPHANS, Lyle Kessler's play, directed by Daniel Sullivan, announced today that Ben Foster will join the cast immediately in the role of "Treat." Producers Frederick Zollo and Robert Cole said, "We are delighted that Ben will join Alec Baldwin and Tom Sturridge when rehearsals commence at ORPHANS tomorrow morning. He is an extraordinarily gifted actor."

Shia LaBeouf Tweets New Details About ORPHANS' Creative Differences
by BWW - February 20, 2013


Shia LaBeouf revealed additional details this evening on Twitter about why he dropped out of ORPHANS on Broadway. He Tweeted emails with Alec Baldwin, Tom Sturridge and more, as well as his audition tape.

Shia LaBeouf Backs Out of ORPHANS Due to 'Creative Differences'
by Nicole Rosky - February 20, 2013


Due to creative differences, the producers of ORPHANS and Shia LaBeouf will be parting ways and he will not be continuing with the production. An announcement on the replacement for the role of 'Treat' will be made shortly.

ORPHANS, Starring Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, Opens Box Office Today
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2013


The Schoenfeld Theatre box office opens today, February 19 at 10:00 AM for Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS, starring Alec Baldwin, Shia LaBeouf and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan. The Schoenfeld Theatre is located at 236 West 45th Street. This production will begin performances on March 19 and open on Sunday April 7, 2013.

ORPHANS, Starring Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, to Open Box Office 2/19
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2013


The Schoenfeld Theatre box office opens Tuesday, February 19 at 10:00 AM for Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS, starring Alec Baldwin, Shia LaBeouf and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan. The Schoenfeld Theatre is located at 236 West 45th Street. This production will begin performances on March 19 and open on Sunday April 7, 2013.

Up On The Marquee: ORPHANS
by Walter McBride - February 9, 2013


ORPHANS will begin performances on March 19 and open on April 7 2013 at the Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street), marking the first Broadway staging of the play. Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf star in Lyle Kessler's play, directed by Daniel Sullivan and produced by Frederick Zollo and Robert Cole. Tom Sturridge will also be making his Broadway debut in ORPHANS. See ORPHANS' Broadway marquee below!

Tom Sturridge Joins Cast of Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013


Tom Sturridge, the British stage and film actor whose credits include Being Julia and On The Road, will make his Broadway debut this spring in Orphans.

ORPHANS, Starring Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, Goes On Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2012


Tickets for Broadway's Orphans, starring Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, will go on sale to the general public today, December 30. Lyle Kessler's play will be directed by Daniel Sullivan. This production will begin performances on March 19 and open on April 7 2013 at the Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street); this will be the first Broadway staging of the play. Frederick Zollo and Robert Cole are the producers.

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Orphans - 2013 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Alec Baldwin
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Tom Sturridge
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play Tom Sturridge
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0
2013 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Tom Sturridge
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Tom Sturridge
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Orphans
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Frederick Zollo
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Robert Cole
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play The Shubert Organization
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Orin Wolf
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Lucky VIII
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Scott M. Delman
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play James P. MacGilvray
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play StylesFour Productions

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