Major Barbara Revival 1956

Opened: October 30, 1956

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217 West 45th Street New York, NY

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Major Barbara FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Major Barbara have there been?
Major Barbara has had 6 productions including Broadway which opened in 1915, Broadway which opened in 1928, Broadway which opened in 1956, Broadway which opened in 1980, Broadway which opened in 2001 and Broadway which opened in 2001.
What Tony Awards has Major Barbara been nominated for?
Best Costume Design for Dorothy JeakinsBest Scenic Design for Donald Oenslager and Best Stage Technician for Howard McDonald.
What Tony Awards has Major Barbara won?
Best Costume Design for Dorothy Jeakins, Best Scenic Design for Donald Oenslager, Best Stage Technician for Howard McDonald, .

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