Driving Miss Daisy, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Alfred Uhry, charts a heartwarming yet poignant journey of an unlikely friendship blossoming over two and a half decades. Set in Atlanta, Georgia, the play unfolds between 1948 and 1973.
The play opens with Daisy, a stubborn and proud woman, refusing to relinquish her driving privileges after a minor accident. Her son, Boolie, concerned about her safety, insists on hiring a chauffeur – Hoke Colburn. Initially resistant to the change, Daisy clashes with the easygoing Hoke. However, as Hoke patiently navigates Daisy's world, a remarkable friendship begins to develop.
Over the years, the play explores the evolving dynamic between Daisy and Hoke. We witness Daisy's gradual acceptance of her dependence on Hoke, not just for driving but also for companionship. Hoke, in turn, becomes a confidante and a pillar of support for Daisy, navigating her through personal challenges and the changing social landscape of the Civil Rights era.
Dana Ivey, a five-time Tony Award nominee and recipient of the 1997 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play, brought her exceptional talent to the stage in Driving Miss Daisy, adding to her impressive repertoire that includes notable film appearances in The Color Purple and The Addams Family. more...
Awards and Nominations
1988 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Best Actress - Play: Dana Ivey won.
1987 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Play: Morgan Freeman was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Arden Fingerhut Lighting Designer
Michael Krass Costume Designer
Ron Lagomarsino Director
Thomas Lynch Scenic Designer
Joshua Starbuck Sound Designer
Robert Waldman Composer
(Incidental Music)
(Incidental Music)
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