August Strindberg's masterpiece tells the deliciously venomous story of a crumbling marriage-laced with black comedy and biting humor. As their 25th anniversary approaches, military captain, Edgar, and his wife, Alice, face off in a fierce battle of wills. Their sparring proves both harrowing and hilarious, amplified by the voice of more...
Original Cast
(Applause Books)
(Applause Books)
(an army captain)
Ian McKellen, renowned for his iconic roles as Magneto and Gandalf, brought his extraordinary talent to the stage in "Dance of Death," adding to a distinguished career that includes a Tony Award for "Amadeus" and recent tours of "Waiting for Godot" and "No Man's Land" with Patrick Stewart. more...
(Edgar's wife)
Dame Helen Mirren, renowned for her illustrious career spanning six decades, brought her exceptional talent to the stage in Dance of Death, adding to her legacy of acclaimed performances across both stage and screen. more...
Jenny
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Jenny
Old Woman
(Alice's cousin)
David Strathairn, who appeared in the Broadway production of "Dance of Death" in 2001, has had a distinguished career in theater, film, and television, including an Academy Award-nominated performance as Edward R. Murrow in "Good Night, and Good Luck." more...
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Play | Ian McKellen |
| 2002 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Play | Helen Mirren |
| 2002 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play | Helen Mirren |
Production Team
John Carrafa Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Natasha Katz Lighting Designer
Santo Loquasto Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Sean Mathias Director
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
Composer
(Incidental Music)
(Incidental Music)
Robert-Charles Vallance Hair and Wig Designer
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