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Old Times 1971

Ages: 13+
Opened: November 16, 1971
Closing: February 26, 1972

Old Times - 1971 Broadway History , Info & More

Billy Rose Theatre
208 W. 41st St. New York, NY 10036
Run Type Unknown
Market Broadway
Previews November 11, 1971 (4 previews)

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Old Times History

Other Productions of Old Times

2013   West End
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2015   Broadway Roundabout Broadway Revival
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Old Times - 1971 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Old Times awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1972 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director Peter Hall
1972 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Performance Rosemary Harris
1972 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Foreign Play Harold Pinter
1972 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actress Rosemary Harris
1972 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play Peter Hall
1972 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design John Bury
1972 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Rosemary Harris
1972 Tony Awards Best Play Harold Pinter
1972 Tony Awards Best Play Roger L. Stevens
1972 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design John Bury

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