Clyde's
Closing: January 16, 2022Clyde's - 2021 Broadway History , Info & More
Hayes Theatre (Broadway)
240 West 44th St. New York, NY
In CLYDE’S, a stirring new play from two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage and her frequent collaborator, director Kate Whoriskey (Ruined, Sweat), a truck stop sandwich shop offers its formerly incarcerated kitchen staff a shot at redemption. Even as the shop’s callous owner tries to keep them under her thumb, the staff members are given purpose and permission to dream by their shared quest to create the perfect sandwich. You’ll want a seat at the table for this funny, moving, and urgent play. It’s an example of Nottage’s “genius for bringing politically charged themes to life by embodying them in ordinary characters living ordinary lives” (The Wall Street Journal).
The full creative team for Clyde’s includes scenic design by Takeshi Kata, costume design by Jennifer Moeller, lighting design by Christopher Akerlind, sound design by Justin Ellington, original compositions by Justin Hicks and casting by The Telsey Office.
Clyde’s is supported by the Art for Justice Fund, a sponsored project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and by Terry and Bob Lindsay, with additional support provided by American Express.
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Review: ‘Clyde’s’ treats the sandwich as art
8 / 10
For the most part Nottage establishes her characters and their troubled pasts and uncertain futures economically and with compassionate nuance. But 'Clyde's' nevertheless also feels schematic, as scenes of confrontation with Clyde (who, incongruously, appears to the both proprietor and the only front-of-house worker) alternate with scenes of communal sandwich-making that bind the kitchen gang together. At regular intervals, we hear revelations about just how the characters ended up behind bars.
‘Clyde’s’ Broadway Review: Uzo Aduba’s Devil Wouldn’t Be Caught Dead in Prada
8 / 10
'Clyde's' is a battle between the saint and Satan. Rather than treating this extreme contrast as a flaw, Whoriskey embraces it to bring a magical realism to the production. The performances, however, are never as sharp as they are in those first few squabbles over the cutting boards. Only Aduba is able to build on her horrible first impression, and that's because the devil, once again, gets all the best jokes, not to mention couture that would make Kyrsten Sinema blush.
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by A.A. Cristi - December 21, 2021
Second Stage Theater's production of Lynn Nottage's new play CLYDE'S is currently running at Second Stage's Broadway home, the Hayes Theater. To celebrate the food-centric story, the production hosted a food truck event outside of its home. Check out photos from the event!
by Steve Schonberg - December 15, 2021
Drizzle on some optimism and you've got yourself a darn satisfying sandwich. Or, really, a taste of life that may be in reach. It all depends on how you view life at Clyde's, now on Broadway, where sandwiches become a symbol of hope-where each deli meat and leafy green represents the potential for the future.
by Michael Major - November 30, 2021
Uzo Aduba appeared on The View this morning to discuss returning to Broadway as the title role in Clyde's. She speaks on when she first fell in love in theatre and the role her costumes play in her approach to her character in the play. Watch the new interview now!
by Bruce Glikas - November 24, 2021
Second Stage Theater's production of Lynn Nottage's new play CLYDE'S opened just last night, Tuesday November 23, 2021, at Second Stage's Broadway home, the Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street at 8th Avenue).
by Team BWW - November 24, 2021
Second Stage Theater's production of Lynn Nottage's new play CLYDE'S opened just last night, Tuesday November 23, 2021, at Second Stage's Broadway home, the Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street at 8th Avenue).
by A.A. Cristi - November 23, 2021
Second Stage Theater's production of Lynn Nottage's new play CLYDE'S opens tonight, Tuesday November 23, 2021, at Second Stage's Broadway home, the Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street at 8th Avenue).
by Stephi Wild - November 23, 2021
Second Stage Theater's production of Lynn Nottage's new play CLYDE'S opens tonight, Tuesday November 23, 2021, at Second Stage's Broadway home, the Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street at 8th Avenue).
by Nicole Rosky - November 22, 2021
Second Stage is partnering with Assemble Stream to offer simulcasts of its current Broadway production of Lynn Nottage’s play, CLYDE’S, directed by Kate Whoriskey, for the final two weeks of its run, January 4 – 16, 2022, allowing theater fans who aren’t able to attend in person the opportunity to witness a live Broadway performance from home.
by Nicole Rosky - November 19, 2021
Three-time Emmy Award-winner Uzo Aduba is back on Broadway- this time courtesy of Second Stage Theatre. The star of In Treatment and Orange is the New Black joins two-time Emmy Award-winner Ron Cephas Jones (This is Us, Truth Be Told, Between Riverside and Crazy), Reza Salazar (Sweat), Edmund Donovan (Greater Clements) and Kara Young (Halfway Bitches Go Straight to Heaven) in Clyde's.
by Michael Major - November 11, 2021
Uzo Aduba appeared on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan this morning to discuss returning to Broadway in the new play Clyde's. Watch Aduba discuss her character in the full interview with Ryan Seacrest and guest-host Alexandra Wentworth now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 1, 2021
Second Stage Theater has announced a series of social justice initiatives centered around the upcoming Broadway production of Lynn Nottage’s play, Clyde’s, directed by Kate Whoriskey. Clyde’s centers around the lives of four formerly incarcerated kitchen staff working at a sandwich shop and looking to reclaim their lives.
by Stephi Wild - November 3, 2021
Second Stage Theater's production of Lynn Nottage's new play, Clyde's, officially begins previews tonight, November 3, at Second Stage's Broadway home, The Hayes Theater. Meet the cast bringing this new play to Broadway below!
by Bruce Glikas - October 20, 2021
Three-time Emmy Award-winner Uzo Aduba is on her way back to Broadway, this time courtesy of Second Stage Theatre. The star of In Treatment and Orange is the New Black will join two-time Emmy Award-winner Ron Cephas Jones (This is Us, Truth Be Told, Between Riverside and Crazy), Reza Salazar (Sweat), Edmund Donovan (Greater Clements) and Kara Young (Halfway Bitches Go Straight to Heaven) in Clyde's.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 15, 2021
Second Stage Theater's production of Lynn Nottage’s new play, CLYDE’S will feature three-time Emmy Award-winner Uzo Aduba, two-time Emmy Award-winner Ron Cephas Jones, Reza Salazar (Sweat), Edmund Donovan and Kara Young.
by Stephi Wild - August 18, 2021
Second Stage Theater has announced complete casting for the Broadway production of Lynn Nottage's CLYDE'S. Edmund Donovan (Greater Clements) joins the previously announced Uzo Aduba, Ron Cephas Jones, Reza Salazar, and Kara Young.
by Stephi Wild - July 12, 2021
Single tickets for CLYDE’S are on sale today, July 12th. Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
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Clyde's - 2021 Broadway Awards and Nominations
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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| 2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Costume Design for a Play | Jennifer Moeller |
| 2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Ron Cephas Jones |
| 2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play | Christopher Akerlind |
| 2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Scenic Design for a Play | Takeshi Kata |
| 2022 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Awards | Uzo Aduba |
| 2022 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Awards | Ron Cephas Jones |
| 2022 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Direction of a Play | Kate Whoriskey |
| 2022 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Play | Clyde's |
| 2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play | Uzo Aduba |
| 2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Broadway Play | Clyde's |
| 2022 | Theatre World Awards | Theatre World Awards | Kara Young |
| 2022 | Tony Awards | Best Costume Design of a Play | Jennifer Moeller |
| 2022 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play | Ron Cephas Jones |
| 2022 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play | Uzo Aduba |
| 2022 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play | Kara Young |
| 2022 | Tony Awards | Best Play | Clyde's |
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