A Man of No Importance 2002 - Articles Page 14

Opened: October 10, 2002
Closing: December 29, 2002

A Man of No Importance - 2002 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Mitzi E. Newhouse Theatre
150 West 65th St. at Broadway New York, NY 10023

Based on the film "A Man Of No Importance".

Winner of the 2003 Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical and the second work by the Tony Award winners of RAGTIME.



The tender and beautifully woven tale of love, friendship and coming to terms with one’s identity takes place in Dublin in 1964. Alfie Byrne, a middle-aged bachelor living a quiet life with his spinster sister, spends his days as a bus conductor and his nights as a community theater impresario dedicated to the plays of his hero, Oscar Wilde. A modest and quiet man, Alfie has always found his greatest satisfaction as the artistic director of the St. Imelda's Players, an amateur theatrical group housed in the local church. When Alfie declares that, instead of their usual production of The Importance of Being Earnest, the troupe will next present Wilde's provocative Salome, the church authorities balk at the play's "immodest dancing" and his safe little world begins to crumble. At the Victor Jory Theatre at Actors Theatre.

A Man of No Importance - 2002 - Off-Broadway Cast

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A Man of No Importance - 2002 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 14

Bender et al. Star in SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS for Shakespeare Theatre of NJ, 6/23-8/1
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey continues its popular annual summer tradition of family theatre under the stars with a new translation/adaptation of Carlo Goldoni's comedy The Servant of Two Masters. Performances begin on June 23 and continue through August 1. Performances are Tuesdays through Sundays at 8:15pm at the outdoor amphitheatre on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth, 2 Convent Road in Morris Township.

Amanda Peet, Laurie Metcalf, Joe Mantello and More Announced for MCC in 2010-2011
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 16, 2010


MCC Theatre (Robert LuPone, Bernard Telsey, Artistic Directors; William Cantler, Associate Artistic Director; Blake West, Executive Director) today announced three exciting additions to their upcoming 2010-11 season, which will mark the company's 25th Anniversary.

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 16, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

A.R.T. /MXAT Institute & Loeb Drama Center Presents ALICE VS WONDERLAND 9/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 12, 2010


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) continues its 2010/11 Season with the A.R.T./MXAT Institute's production of ALICE vs. WONDERLAND, based on Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, remixed by Brendan Shea and directed by János Szász. Set design is by Riccardo Hernandez, costume design by David Israel Reynoso, lighting design by Maruti Evans, and sound design by Clive Goodwin.

North Coast Repertory Theatre's SPELLING BEE Ends
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2010


North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas

SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS Ends Run At Shakespeare Theatre of NJ
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey continues its popular annual summer tradition of family theatre under the stars with a new translation/adaptation of Carlo Goldoni's comedy The Servant of Two Masters. Performances begin on June 23 and continue through August 1. Performances are Tuesdays through Sundays at 8:15pm at the outdoor amphitheatre on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth, 2 Convent Road in Morris Township.

2010 Fall for Dance Festival Comes To City Center, Runs 9/28-10/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 26, 2010


New York City Center's seventh annual Fall for Dance Festival, running September 28 - October 9, will showcase 20 national and international companies and choreographers. With ticket prices remaining at $10 for all seats, a night of dance is more affordable than a night at the movies. The festival will include world and U.S. premieres, and will feature several companies making their first U.S. appearances.

Alessi, Ebert, et al. Lead Roundabout's BRIEF ENCOUNTER; Opens at Studio 54 Sept. 28, 2010
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 26, 2010


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) in association with David Pugh & Dafydd Rogers and Cineworld has announced the full Broadway company for Kneehigh Theatre's production of Noël Coward's Brief Encounter, adapted and directed by Emma Rice.

JAPAN CUTS Festival of Contemporary Japanese Cinema Begins 7/16
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2010


Japan Society's fourth annual JAPAN CUTS Festival of Contemporary Japanese Cinema screens 25 feature films--the most in the festival's history and the largest showcase of contemporary Japanese cinema globally this year.

North Coast Repertory Theatre Extends SPELLING BEE Prior To Opening 7/3-8/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2010


North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas

Theatre of the Expendable Closes ST NICHOLAS, 7/3
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2010


In the tradition of Irish storytelling, Theatre of the Expendable will present Conor McPherson's St Nicholas, starring Darrell James as a jaded theatre critic who recounts his obsession with a beautiful young actress, and how that obsession led him into a macabre world of savage vampires.

Japan Society's Fourth Annual JAPAN CUTS Festival Begins 7/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2010


Japan Society's fourth annual JAPAN CUTS Festival of Contemporary Japanese Cinema screens 24 feature films--the most in the festival's history and the largest showcase of contemporary Japanese cinema globally this year. In addition to 8 features co-presented with the New York Asian Film Festival, JAPAN CUTS 2010 includes an array of Japan's best films from 2010 and 2009, and a special selection of the decade's best films never before released in the U.S. Made by both established and emerging directors and starring today's hottest actors and festival winners, most films in JAPAN CUTS 2010 are international, U.S., or New York premieres, and none are commercially available on DVD in the U.S.

North Coast Repertory Theatre Extends SPELLING BEE Prior To Opening 7/3-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 22, 2010


North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas

Bender et al. Star in SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS for Shakespeare Theatre of NJ, 6/23-8/1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey continues its popular annual summer tradition of family theatre under the stars with a new translation/adaptation of Carlo Goldoni's comedy The Servant of Two Masters. Performances begin on June 23 and continue through August 1. Performances are Tuesdays through Sundays at 8:15pm at the outdoor amphitheatre on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth, 2 Convent Road in Morris Township.

Japan Society's Fourth Annual JAPAN CUTS Festival Begins 7/1
by Charlie Piane - Jun 22, 2010


Japan Society's fourth annual JAPAN CUTS Festival of Contemporary Japanese Cinema screens 24 feature films--the most in the festival's history and the largest showcase of contemporary Japanese cinema globally this year. In addition to 8 features co-presented with the New York Asian Film Festival, JAPAN CUTS 2010 includes an array of Japan's best films from 2010 and 2009, and a special selection of the decade's best films never before released in the U.S. Made by both established and emerging directors and starring today's hottest actors and festival winners, most films in JAPAN CUTS 2010 are international, U.S., or New York premieres, and none are commercially available on DVD in the U.S.

Theatre of the Expendable Presents ST NICHOLAS 6/17-7/3
by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2010


In the tradition of Irish storytelling, Theatre of the Expendable will present Conor McPherson's St Nicholas, starring Darrell James as a jaded theatre critic who recounts his obsession with a beautiful young actress, and how that obsession led him into a macabre world of savage vampires.

Bender et al. Star in SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS for Shakespeare Theatre of NJ, 6/23-8/1
by Abigail Arnold - Jun 15, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey continues its popular annual summer tradition of family theatre under the stars with a new translation/adaptation of Carlo Goldoni's comedy The Servant of Two Masters. Performances begin on June 23 and continue through August 1. Performances are Tuesdays through Sundays at 8:15pm at the outdoor amphitheatre on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth, 2 Convent Road in Morris Township.

2010 Tony Awards: Kevin Adams Wins 'Best Lighting Design of a Musical'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 13, 2010


The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2010 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

Atlantic Theater Co Presents GABRIEL, Cast Led By Patricia Conolly, Lisa Emery & More
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2010


Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) is proud to announce casting, dates and a director for the American premiere of Olivier Award nominee Moira Buffini's award-winning play GABRIEL, which will mark the final main stage production of Atlantic's 2009-2010 season.

Atlantic Theater Co Presents GABRIEL, Cast Led By Patricia Conolly, Lisa Emery & More
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2010


Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) is proud to announce casting, dates and a director for the American premiere of Olivier Award nominee Moira Buffini's award-winning play GABRIEL, which will mark the final main stage production of Atlantic's 2009-2010 season.

Atlantic's GABRIEL Closes 6/6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2010


Atlantic Theater Company has announced casting, dates and a director for the American premiere of Olivier Award nominee Moira Buffini's award-winning play GABRIEL, which will mark the final main stage production of Atlantic's 2009-2010 season.

The Grand Design of FENCES - Part I
by Robert Diamond - May 24, 2010


Today, we are talking to the creative team of the ten-time Tony-nominated revival of FENCES starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis playing to packed houses every night on Broadway. Last night, it won 3 Drama Desk Awards including Best Revival of a Play. In this first part of a three-part series, the team discusses what drew them to FENCES and August Wilson's work in the first place, hat his work means to them and the notion of collaboration. And so much more...

Theatre of the Expendable Presents ST NICHOLAS 6/17-7/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 17, 2010


In the tradition of Irish storytelling, Theatre of the Expendable will present Conor McPherson's St Nicholas, starring Darrell James as a jaded theatre critic who recounts his obsession with a beautiful young actress, and how that obsession led him into a macabre world of savage vampires.

A.R.T. Presents World Premiere of JOHNNY BASEBALL, 5/14-6/27
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2010


The American Repertory Theater (Diane Paulus, Artistic Director) continues its landmark season with its production of Johnny Baseball, a world premiere musical about the Red Sox, directed by Diane Paulus.

Other Productions of A Man of No Importance

2001   New York Reading
New York
2002   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
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2002   Off-Broadway
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2022   Off-Broadway Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Production
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A Man of No Importance - 2002 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Roger Rees
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Steven Pasquale
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Off-Broadway Musical 0
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Terrence McNally
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Joe Mantello
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Charles Keating
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Steven Pasquale
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Lynn Ahrens
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Stephen Flaherty
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical A Man of No Importance

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