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Ages: 14+
Closing: February 07, 1976

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BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL to Return to Wagner Park for Free Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026


Battery Dance will present its 45th Annual Festival at Wagner Park, featuring a week of free nightly performances, community workshops, and a one-night commemorative show marking the U.S. semi-quincentennial.

THE ZIONISTS: A FAMILY STORM and More Join Barrington Stage Company 2026 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026


Barrington Stage Company has revealed its complete 2026 season, including the addition of three World Premieres, including The Zionists: A Family Storm, Dead Girl’s Quinceañera and more.

NOISES OFF and More Join Barrington Stage Company 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026


Barrington Stage Company has added four titles for the theater’s 2026 season, including two Pulitzer Prize-winning modern classics, one of the greatest theatrical farces ever written, and a world premiere play.

Alex Brightman & Sara Chase Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2025


Schmigadoon has found its leading players! Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice) and Sara Chase (The Great Gatsby) will reprise their roles of Josh Skinner and Melissa Gimble in the Broadway production of Schmigadoon! Brightman and Chase originated the roles in The Kennedy Center production earlier this year.

A Look Back at the RAGTIME Movie with Elizabeth McGovern & Mandy Patinkin
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2025


With Ragtime back on Broadway, we are taking a look back at the 1981 film adaptation of E.L. Doctorow's novel, which features a cast full of theater actors and a memorable score from composer Randy Newman.

A History of Three-Handers on Broadway
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 5, 2025


While a lot has been written about two handers, a term for two-person shows, less has been penned about three-handers. Yet, three-person plays are just as common a genre on Broadway as pieces with only two players. Currently, Art, by Yasmina Reza, is receiving an all-star revival at the Music Box.

LUCKY MAN – A WARRIOR’S JOURNEY Opens Tonight at Gene Frankel Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2025


This June, Emmy and Golden Globe winner John Goodman and Evan Azriliant, in association with Without A Net Productions, will present Lucky Man – A Warrior’s Journey, a rock & 'role' monologue written and performed by veteran actor and musician Thomas G. Waites, directed by Joe Danisi, with musical direction by Tony Daniels.

Joseph P. Krawczyk's LIVING THE PLAY: A DANGEROUS TIME FOR WOMEN is Coming to ATA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025


The American Theatre of Actors will present Joseph P. Krawczyk's timely -- and cautionary -- new play LIVING THE PLAY: A DANGEROUS TIME FOR WOMEN. Learn more!

Thomas G. Waites' LUCKY MAN – A WARRIOR’S JOURNEY to Run at the Gene Frankel Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025


Veteran actor and musician Thomas G. Waites will step into the spotlight with Lucky Man – A Warrior’s Journey Off-Broadway. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Theater For The New City Presents 50th Annual THUNDERBIRD AMERICAN INDIAN DANCERS' POW-WOW AND DANCE CONCERT
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024


Theater for the New City will present its 50th annual Thunderbird American Indian Dancers Pow Wow and Dance Concert from January 10 to 19, 2025.

Burton Cummings Adds Dates to 60th Anniversary Hits Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2024


Burton Cummings is celebrating A Few Good Moments with The 60th Anniversary Hits Tour, a wide-ranging North American headline tour. He has just added additional shows in March 2025.

Producer Edgar Lansbury Has Passed Away at 94
by Blair Ingenthron - May 4, 2024


Broadway, film, and television producer Edgar Lansbury passed away on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 in his home in Manhattan at the age of 94, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Lansbury was the brother of the late Angela Lansbury.

Betty Buckley to Return to Joe's Pub for Six Shows in May 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2023


Betty Buckley is set to return to Joe's Pub this spring. Learn more details and see how to purchase tickets!

TNC Presents Its 49th Annual Thunderbird American Indian Dancers' Pow-wow And Dance Concert, January 12 - 21
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2023


TNC presents its 49th Annual Thunderbird American Indian Dancers' Pow-Wow and Dance Concert from Jan. 12 to 21, 2024. All proceeds benefit Native American scholarship fund.

Feature: BRITISH INVASION 2024 at Central Standard Theatre
by Alan Portner - Dec 4, 2023


Since 2010 Central Standard Theatre has been producing thought inducing, innovative theatre.  Based in Kansas City, CST offers an international angle to the local theatre scene.  With productions touring Britain, Ireland, Canada and Australia, CST offers the world a unique view of who we are in the Heartland by showcasing our culture at theatre festivals around the world. CST also brings the world to Kansas City.  Annually, The Invasion features the best solo work from International theatre artists.

What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.

Composer David Del Tredici Has Passed Away at 86
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 19, 2023


Boosey & Hawkes has announced the loss of American composer David Del Tredici, who passed away at age 86 on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at his Greenwich Village home in New York City, due to complications from Parkinson's disease.

Cast Set For the 2023-24 National Tour of ANNIE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023


Casting has been announced for the 2023-24 North American Tour of ANNIE that launches in Paducah, KY before a two-week engagement in Ft. Lauderdale, FL Tuesday, October 10th. Find out who is starring in the show here!

PHILADELPHIA BOUND? Fall Presents Over 120 Festivals, Block Parties, Shows, Charity Events and More
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2023


Are you bound for the Philadelphia area this fall.  There’s so much to see and do that our readers will like to know about. 

Interview: Bob Mackie talks THE ART OF BOB MACKIE at Provincetown Public Library
by R. Scott Reedy - Aug 25, 2023


With a career in films, television, and stage spanning six decades, Bob Mackie had long secured his status as an iconic costume and fashion designer when he won his first Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for “The Cher Show” in 2019.

New York City's Newest Opera Company, Marshall Opera, Launches
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023


On Saturday evening, May 6, 2023, at the Liederkranz, the establishment of Marshall Opera, New York City’s newest opera company, was announced.

Cast & Creatives Set for Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2023


The Guthrie Theater has announced the cast and creative team for Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, adapted by Ken Ludwig, directed by Risa Brainin. 

A 2023 Theatre Summer Camp Guide
by Team BWW - Feb 12, 2023


Looking for the perfect summer camp for your theatre-loving kid? Let BroadwayWorld be your guide and check out some of the best and most anticipated theatre arts camps of 2023.

Thunderbird American Dancers to Present Pow Wow & Dance Concert at Theater for the New City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2022


Theater for the New City will present its 48th annual Thunderbird American Dancers Pow Wow and Dance Concert from January 13 to 22, 2023.

Slovo Theater Group, Matt Braunger & More Announced for The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage December Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 23, 2022


Millennium Stage will offer free live community performances, streamed live, plus online programs and film screenings, Wednesday–Sunday each week throughout our campus.

American Buffalo History

Other Productions of American Buffalo

1976   Off-Broadway
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1977   Broadway
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1981   Off-Broadway
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1983   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2000   Off-Broadway
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2008   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2015   West End West End
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2022   Broadway Broadway Revival
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American Buffalo - 1976 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
American Buffalo — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1976 Obie Awards Best New American Play David Mamet
1976 Obie Awards Performance Mike Kellin

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