God of Carnage is a comedy of manners without the manners. The play deals with the aftermath of a playground altercation between two boys and what happens when their parents meet to talk about it.
On July 27, 2009 the production began a six-week summer hiatus. Performances resumed September 8.
Original Cast
Jeff Daniels, who received a Tony Award nomination for his role in "God of Carnage," has had a distinguished career across film, television, and stage, earning accolades such as two Primetime Emmy Awards and multiple Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild nominations. more...
James Gandolfini, renowned for his iconic role as Tony Soprano, also brought his formidable talent to the stage in the past, including a memorable performance in "God of Carnage." more...
Marcia Gay Harden, who won a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for her role in the 2009 Broadway production of Yazmina Reza's "God of Carnage," has an illustrious career spanning film, television, and stage, including an Academy Award for her performance in "Pollock." more...
(Applause Books)
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Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Play | Marcia Gay Harden |
| 2009 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Play | Marcia Gay Harden |
| 2009 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play | Jeff Daniels |
| 2009 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play | Jeff Daniels |
| 2009 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play | James Gandolfini |
| 2009 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play | Marcia Gay Harden |
| 2009 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play | Hope Davis |
Production Team
Simon N Baker Sound Designer
Chris Cronin Sound Designer
Christopher Hampton Translation
Mark Thompson Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Hugh Vanstone Lighting Designer
Matthew Warchus Director
Gary Yershon Composer
(Original Music)
(Original Music)
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