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Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo 2011

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

Robin Williams Is Star Casting Done Right in Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo
7 / 10

In Joseph’s play, death is no release, just an invitation to endless, one-sided parlay with the Infinite. And nobody does one-sided parlay like Robin Williams, who gives a remarkably continent, almost minimalist performance. He’s star casting done right, where the mere presence of the celebrity performs an estranging effect, goading us with something familiar yet out of place. Who let that guy out of his cage? (Next up: Mel Gibson in The Hairy Ape, please.)

Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo
7 / 10

There are comic zingers scattered throughout Rajiv Joseph’s Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, and it’s a good thing Robin Williams is around to lob them—but don’t expect guffaws. These punch lines are the kind that pummel, leaving bruises, bloody noses and cracked ribs. When you laugh, it’s the arid chuckle prompted by a cosmic irony, which this surreal war fantasia has in abundance. A gripping, ferocious new drama that includes a morally wracked ghost tiger, buckets of blood and generous swaths of gallows humor, Joseph’s play is a metaphysical thriller equally indebted to Thornton Wilder and Quentin Tarantino.

BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Concludes Limited Run July 3
by BWW News Desk - July 3, 2011


Only three weeks remain in the 16-week strictly-limited engagement of BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO -- Rajiv Joseph's critically-acclaimed play starring Robin Williams -- set to conclude its Broadway run on July 3 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.) in Manhattan. Directed by Moises Kaufman and starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut, BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO remains one of the most widely-praised new plays of the season.

Robin Williams Teams with Broadway Barks for BENGAL TIGER Auction
by Nicole Rosky - June 9, 2011


Academy Award-winning actor and multiple Grammy-winning performer Robin Williams has teamed up with leading charity auction site charitybuzz.com to auction off a pair of tickets to the final performance of Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo on Broadway to raise funds for an organization close to his heart. The winner will also meet Robin Williams himself backstage, pose for a photo with him, and have him sign their playbill.

BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Concludes Limited Run July 3 As Scheduled; Productions in Germany, France, Italy & Possibly London Next
by Jessica Lewis - June 8, 2011


Only three weeks remain in the 16-week strictly-limited engagement of BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO -- Rajiv Joseph's critically-acclaimed play starring Robin Williams -- set to conclude its Broadway run on July 3 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.) in Manhattan. Directed by Moises Kaufman and starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut, BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO remains one of the most widely-praised new plays of the season.

STAGE TUBE: Robin Williams Talks BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by Kelsey Denette - June 6, 2011


The Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award-winning actor Robin Williams made his Broadway acting debut in BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO, having previously appeared Off-Broadway opposite Steve Martin in Samuel Beckett's 'Waiting for Godot' at Lincoln Center in 1988. Below, he talks with Joy Behar about his Broadway experience, the play, and more!

Photo Coverage: Tyne Daly Visits BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by Peter James Zielinski - May 12, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. Recently Tony nominated for Best Featured Actor (Arian Moayed), Lighting Design (David Lander) and Sound Design (Acme Sound Partners & Cricket S. Myers), the production opened March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre. Last night, the production received a special visit from Tyne Daly. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the backstage photo op, and brings you photo coverage below.

Photo Coverage: Helen Hunt Visits BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - May 6, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. Recently Tony nominated for Best Featured Actor (Arian Moayed), Lighting Design (David Lander) and Sound Design (Acme Sound Partners & Cricket S. Myers), the production opened March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre. Last night, the production received a special visit from stage and screen favorite Helen Hunt. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the backstage photo op, and brings you photo coverage below.

STAGE TUBE: Robin Williams on his Broadway Debut!
by Nicole Rosky - April 19, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph Starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. The production opened March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre. In the following video, Williams answers ten questions from Time Magazine. Click below to check it out!

Photo Coverage: Cherry Jones Visits BENGAL TIGER
by Peter James Zielinski - April 13, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph Starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. The production opened March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre and was paid a special visit by Cherry Jones last night, April 12. BroadwayWorld was there for the photo op and brings you a look backstage below.

Photo Coverage: BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Starry Theatre Arrivals
by Walter McBride - April 1, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph Starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. The production opened last night, March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the theater arrivals.

TV: Broadway Beat Goes Inside BENGAL TIGER After Party!
by Broadway Beat - April 1, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph Starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. The production opened last night, March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre and Broadway Beat was on hand for the celebration.

Photo Coverage: BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - After Party!
by Walter McBride - April 1, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph Starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. The production opened last night, March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the after-party!

Photos: BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Opens on Broadway
by Walter McBride - April 1, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph Starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. The production opened last night, March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the emtional curtain call.

Broadway Review Roundup: BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO
by Kelsey Denette - April 1, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO - a finalist for the 2010 Pulitzer Prize in Drama - 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. So does BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO have a golden touch? Let's find out.

BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO Opens on Broadway Tonight, 3/31!
by Jessica Lewis - March 31, 2011


BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO is a new American play by Rajiv Joseph Starring Robin Williams in his Broadway acting debut and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Moisés Kaufman. The production opens tonight, March 31, at the Richard Rogers Theatre!

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.).

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Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo - 2011 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Play Moises Kaufman
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design David Lander
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music in a Play Kathryn Bostic
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Play Rajiv Joseph
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Derek McLane
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Play Cricket S. Myers
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Play ACME Sound Partners
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design David Lander
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Play 0
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Derek McLane
2011 Theatre World Awards Performance Arian Moayed
2011 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Play David Lander
2011 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Arian Moayed
2011 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Play Cricket S. Myers
2011 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Play Acme Sound Partners
2010 The Pulitzer Prize The Pulitzer Prize for Drama Rajiv Joseph
2010 The Pulitzer Prize The Pulitzer Prize for Drama Rajiv Joseph

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