Production Staff
David Mamet
Author
Playwright
Playwright
David Mamet is a prolific playwright, screenwriter, and director known for his distinct style and sharp dialogue. Born in Chicago in 1947, Mamet began his career as a playwright in the 1970s, quickly gaining a reputation for his gritty, realistic portrayals of working-class characters.
Mamet's breakthrough came in 1976 with his play "American Buffalo," which premiered at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago before moving to Broadway the following year. The play, which follows a group of small-time crooks planning a heist, was praised for its raw, naturalistic dialogue and won the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best American Play.
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George Quincy
Music
Lawrence Goossen
Producer
Jean Halbert
Associate Producer
Press Representative
Michael Massee
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Gary Porto
Lighting Designer
William La Rosa
Stage Manager
Albert Takazauckas
Director
Jeffrey Wachtel
Producer
Awards and Nominations
1976 Obie Awards
Best New American Play: David Mamet won.
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