King Lear Revival 2004

Run Time:
Three hours
Ages: 12+
Opened: March 4, 2004
Closing: April 18, 2004

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Vivian Beaumont Theatre (Broadway)
150 West 65th St. at Broadway New York, NY 10023

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King Lear FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of King Lear have there been?
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What Tony Awards has King Lear been nominated for?
King Lear has been nominated for two Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Revival of a Play for Lincoln Center Theater, Andre Bishop, and Bernard Gersten. It was also nominated for Best Revival of a Play for Stratford Festival of Canada.

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