Much Ado About Nothing Revival

Opened: October 14, 1984
Closing: January 16, 1985

Much Ado About Nothing - 1984 - Broadway History , Info & More

Gershwin Theatre (Broadway)
222 West 51st St. New York, NY

Much Ado About Nothing is a comedic play by William Shakespeare thought to have been written in 1598 and 1599, as Shakespeare was approaching the middle of his career. The play was included in the First Folio, published in 1623. Much Ado About Nothing is generally considered one of Shakespeare's best comedies, because it combines elements of robust hilarity with more serious meditations on honor, shame, and court politics.

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WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks & More Extended at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023

Theatre for a New Audience, responding to demand, will present a two-week extension of its production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by Arin Arbus. Learn how to purchase tickets!

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The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced its Spring/Summer 2024 Season, opening April 2024 with Minority Report. Learn more about the full season and how to get tickets here!

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Best Costume Design for Alexander Reid, Best Direction of a Play for Terry Hands, Best Lighting Design for Terry Hands, Best Revival for James M. Nederlander, Best Revival for Nelle Nugent, Best Revival for Cynthia Wood, Best Revival for Dale Duffy , Best Revival for Allan Carr, Best Scenic Design for Ralph KoltaiBest Choreography for Donald Saddler and Best Direction of a Play for Antoon .
Best Costume Design for Alexander Reid, Best Direction of a Play for Terry Hands, Best Lighting Design for Terry Hands, Best Revival for James M. Nederlander, Best Revival for Nelle Nugent, Best Revival for Cynthia Wood, Best Revival for Dale Duffy , Best Revival for Allan Carr, Best Scenic Design for Ralph Koltai, Best Choreography for Donald Saddler, Best Direction of a Play for Antoon , .
Much Ado About Nothing has been nominated for several awards. It received nominations for Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards, with Alexander Reid being recognized for their work. Additionally, the show was nominated for Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards, with Ralph Koltai being acknowledged for their contribution.
Much Ado About Nothing has won several awards for its outstanding costume design and set design. Alexander Reid received the Outstanding Costume Design award at the Drama Desk Awards, while Ralph Koltai won the Outstanding Set Design award at the same event. These accolades recognize the incredible talent and creativity that went into bringing the show to life on stage.

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