The Real Thing is a play by Tom Stoppard, first performed in 1982. It examines the nature of honesty, and its use of a play within a play is one of many levels on which the author teases the audience with the difference between semblance and reality. The play focuses on more...
(Applause Books)
Jennifer Ehle, renowned for her Tony Award-winning performance in The Real Thing in 2000, has had an illustrious career spanning stage, film, and television, including notable roles in Pride and Prejudice and The Coast of Utopia. more...
(Applause Books)
(Applause Books)
Charlotte Parry, who has an extensive background in both Broadway and West End productions, was part of the Tony Award-winning cast of The Real Thing, showcasing her versatile acting talent. more...
(Applause Books)
Awards and Nominations
2000 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Play: Stephen Dillane won.
2000 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Stephen Dillane was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Jennifer Ehle was nominated but did not win.
2000 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Stephen Dillane won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Sarah Woodward was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Jennifer Ehle won.
Production Team
Mark Henderson Lighting Designer
John A. Leonard Sound Designer
David Leveaux Director
Vicki Mortimer Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
David Weiner Lighting Designer
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