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Rose 1981

Opened: March 26, 1981
Closing: May 23, 1981

Rose - 1981 Broadway History , Info & More

James Earl Jones Theater (Broadway)
138 West 48th St., New York, NY
Run Type Unknown
Market Broadway
Previews March 12, 1981 (12 previews)

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Rose - 1981 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Rose awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1981 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play Jessica Tandy
1981 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Jessica Tandy
1981 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Glenda Jackson

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