In the parking lot of The Hummingbird, a once-glamorous motel on New Orleans' infamous Airline Highway, a group of friends gather. A rag-tag collection of strippers, hustlers and philosophers have come together to celebrate the life of Miss Ruby, an iconic burlesque performer who has requested a funeral before she dies. The party rages through the night as old friends resurface to pay their respects. Airline Highway is a boisterous and moving ode to the outcasts that make life a little more interesting. MTC is proud to present this Steppenwolf production by the writer of the Pulitzer Prize-nominated Detroit, and helmed by the Tony-winning director of Take Me Out and Casa Valentina.
Carolyn Braver, who previously graced the Broadway stage in Airline Highway, has also showcased her talent in productions such as Iceman Cometh and How to Load a Musket at 59E59 Theater. more...
Joe Forbrich, known for his extensive work in theater including roles in "Measure for Measure" at Shakespeare in the Park and "A Soldier’s Play" at Second Stage, brought his dynamic talent to the cast of "Airline Highway." more...
K. Todd Freeman, a versatile actor known for his extensive career on stage and screen, was part of the cast of "Airline Highway," showcasing his remarkable talent in this past production. more...
Caroline Neff, an ensemble member at Steep Theatre Company, brought her extensive experience in Chicago theatre to the cast of Airline Highway, having previously performed at Steppenwolf Theatre Company in productions such as The Way West and Three Sisters. more...
Tim Edward Rhoze, who previously graced the Steppenwolf Theatre Company stage in The Crucible and Wendell Green, brought his extensive directing experience to the cast of Airline Highway, reflecting his deep commitment to theater both as an actor and a director. more...
Judith Roberts, known for her diverse theater credits including Present Laughter and A Streetcar Named Desire, made her Steppenwolf Theatre Company debut in the past with Airline Highway. more...
Joe Tippett starred in the Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s commission of Lisa D’Amour’s Airline Highway for Manhattan Theatre Club, showcasing his versatility and depth in a production that captivated audiences more...
Julie White, who earned Tony, Drama Desk, and Drama League Award nominations for her role in Airline Highway, is a celebrated actress known for her Tony Award-winning performance in The Little Dog Laughed and her extensive work both on Broadway and in film and television. more...
Awards and Nominations
2015 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: K. Todd Freeman won.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Julie White was nominated but did not win.
2015 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: K. Todd Freeman was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Julie White was nominated but did not win.
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