Fool for Love Revival 2015

Run Time:
One hour and 15 minutes, with no intermission
Ages: 13+
Opened: October 8, 2015
Closing: December 06, 2015

Fool for Love - 2015 - Broadway History , Info & More

Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (Broadway)
261 W. 47th St. New York, NY 10036

Holed up in a seedy motel on the edge of the Mojave Desert, two former lovers unpack the deep secrets and dark desires of their tangled relationship, passionately tearing each other apart. Beaten down by ill-fated love and a ruthless struggle for identity, can they ultimately live with, or without, each other? Led by director Daniel Aukin (Back Back Back at MTC; 4,000 Miles), Tony Award winner Nina Arianda (Venus in Fur at MTC, Born Yesterday)and Sam Rockwell (A Behanding in Spokane, The Way Way Back) bring an explosive intensity to Sam Shepard's (Buried Child, True West) landmark myth of the new Wild West.

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'Fool for Love' blazes onto Broadway
9 / 10

And for 75 minutes, director Daniel Aukin and his flawless cast, led by a riveting Nina Arianda and a fiercely unsettling Sam Rockwell, deliver, never allowing themselves or the audience an uncharged moment...The arrival of a gentleman caller named Martin -- an awkward but patient fellow, imbued with a strange grace by a wonderful Tom Pelphrey -- spurs the possessive Eddie to reveal that he and May share DNA...By this point, Arianda, who takes a short while to completely settle into her role -- her twangy accent seems to come and go -- has dug in with full force, and the results are devastating. The actress...has never had trouble holding a stage, or dominating one. Here, she reveals the desperation and shame of a woman who wants to exert her independence but cannot, and her final resignation is harrowing. Rockwell deftly mines the vulnerability and humor behind the menace Eddie shows us initially.

Fool for Love review – Sam Rockwell sizzles in slow-burning tragedy
8 / 10

The two leads have sex appeal to spare - but this Sam Shepard play only really sets sparks flying in its final 15 minutes.

MTC's FOOL FOR LOVE, Starring Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell, Enters Final Performances
by BWW News Desk - December 1, 2015

A friendly reminder! Manhattan Theatre Club's acclaimed, extended Broadway premiere of Fool for Love, by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Daniel Aukin begins the final two weeks of its limited engagement tonight at 7 PM at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The limited engagement must close on Sunday, December 13. 

VIDEO: Sam Rockwell Talks Broadway's FOOL FOR LOVE on 'Late Night'
by Caryn Robbins - November 13, 2015

On last night's LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS, guest Sam Rockwell chatted about his new Broadway play FOOL FOR LOVE and revealed that he practiced his lasso skills in a New York City park for his role in the show.

In the Spotlight Series: Company of MTC's FOOL FOR LOVE
by Walter McBride - November 13, 2015

Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the company in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

Update: Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell Will Return to FOOL FOR LOVE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2015

After missing this weekend's performances of FOOL FOR LOVE at Manhattan Theatre Club, BroadwayWorld has confirmed that stars Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell will both return for tonight's (November 10) performance.

Update: Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell Out of FOOL FOR LOVE on Sunday
by Robert Diamond - November 8, 2015

This just in from the Manhattan Theatre Club, after announcing that they duo was out last night as well, today's message reads 'Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell are both sick and unfortunately will not be performing in FOOL FOR LOVE's Sunday, November 8 matinee. The show will go on with Amelia McClain and Aaron Roman Weiner in the roles of May and Eddie. If audience members have tickets for the matinee and would like to reschedule for a different performance, or receive a refund, they should contact their point of purchase.'

This Just In: Both Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell Out of FOOL FOR LOVE This Evening
by Robert Diamond - November 7, 2015

This just in from the Manhattan Theatre Club 'Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell are both sick and unfortunately will not be performing in FOOD FOR LOVE today. The show will go on with Amelia McClain and Aaron Roman Weiner in the roles of May and Eddie. If audience members have tickets for tonight and would like to reschedule for a different performance, or receive a refund, they should contact their point of purchase.'

BWW Interview: Gordon Joseph Weiss, the Cipher of FOOL FOR LOVE
by Naomi Serviss - October 28, 2015

As The Old Man, Weiss takes it all in, as the tension builds and builds. 'There are so many moments that just take your breath away,' he said.

FOOL FOR LOVE, with Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell Announces One-Week Extension
by Nicole Rosky - October 13, 2015

Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) just announced, that due to overwhelming demand, Manhattan Theatre Club's acclaimed Broadway premiere of Fool For Love, which opened on Thursday to critical raves, will extend by one week at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The limited engagement must close on Sunday, December 13.

BWW TV: Inside FOOL FOR LOVE's Opening Night on Broadway with Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell!
by TV - Opening Night Special - October 9, 2015

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of Fool for Love by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin, stars Nina Arianda, Sam Rockwell, Tom Pelphrey and Gordon Joseph Weiss. The limited engagement of Fool for Love opened Thursday, October 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street) and BroadwayWorld.com caught up with the stars following the performance. Check out what they had to say below!

Photo Coverage: Celebrate FOOL FOR LOVE's Opening Night & Rave Reviews at the Party!
by Walter McBride - October 9, 2015

The show opened last night to rave reviews and we celebrated with the cast, crew and creative team at the show's opening night party! 

Photo Coverage: Opening Night Curtain Call for FOOL FOR LOVE
by Walter McBride - October 9, 2015

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of Fool for Love by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin, stars Nina Arianda, Sam Rockwell,Tom Pelphrey and Gordon Joseph Weiss. The limited engagement of Fool for Love opened Thursday, October 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). 

STAGE TUBE: Tense Video Clip of Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell in FOOL FOR LOVE
by Michael Dale - October 9, 2015

Manhattan Theatre Club offers a new peek at Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell in a tense moment from Sam Shepard's FOOL FOR LOVE.

Review Roundup: FOOL FOR LOVE Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - October 8, 2015

FOOL FOR LOVE by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin opens tonight, October 8, at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Let's see what the critics had to say...

BWW Review: Nina Arianda Gripping, Sam Rockwell Cool In Sam Shepard's FOOL FOR LOVE
by Michael Dale - October 8, 2015

Arianda's emotionally conflicted performance is a gut-clutching character study representing the experiences of many more women.

FOOL FOR LOVE, Starring Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell, Opens on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - October 8, 2015

FOOL FOR LOVE by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin is now in previews and opens tonight, October 8, at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).

BWW TV: Watch as Things Get Heated Between Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell in FOOL FOR LOVE
by Nicole Rosky - October 6, 2015

Fool for Love by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin is now in previews and opens on Thursday, October 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Check out a first look below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell in Broadway's Steamiest New Play FOOL FOR LOVE
by Tyler Peterson - September 25, 2015

Fool for Love by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin is now in previews and opens on Thursday, October 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Check out a first look below!

MTC's FOOL FOR LOVE and RIPCORD Set Rush Policies
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2015

Manhattan Theatre Club has just announced its rush policies for the productions of FOOL FOR LOVE (on Broadway at the Friedman Theatre) and RIPCORD (at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I). Scroll down for details!

UP ON THE MARQUEE: FOOL FOR LOVE, Starring Nina Arianda, Sam Rockwell, and More
by Walter McBride - September 19, 2015

Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming Broadway premiere of Fool for Love by Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin, will star Nina Arianda, Sam Rockwell,Tom Pelphrey and Gordon Joseph Weiss. The limited engagement of Fool for Love begins previews Tuesday, September 15 and opens Thursday, October 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Check out the first pics of the new marquee below!

STAGE TUBE: FOOL FOR LOVE's Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell Steam Up The Joint in a Video Teaser
by Michael Dale - September 14, 2015

The actors talk about what attracts them to their characters and their admiration for each other.

Photo Flash: Nina Arianda & Sam Rockwell in First Steamy Poster for Broadway's FOOL FOR LOVE
by Tyler Peterson - September 9, 2015

Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming Broadway premiere of Fool for Love by Pulitzer Prize winnerSam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin, will star Nina Arianda, Sam Rockwell,Tom Pelphrey and Gordon Joseph Weiss. The limited engagement of Fool for Love begins previews Tuesday, September 15 and opens Thursday, October 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Check out the first steamy poster for the production below!

BWW TV: Go Inside the Rehearsal Room with Nina Arianda, Sam Rockwell & the Company of FOOL FOR LOVE
by Nicole Rosky - September 9, 2015

Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming Broadway premiere of Fool for Love by Pulitzer Prize winnerSam Shepard, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin, will star Nina Arianda, Sam Rockwell,Tom Pelphrey and Gordon Joseph Weiss. The limited engagement of Fool for Love begins previews Tuesday, September 15 and opens Thursday, October 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). BroadwayWorld brings you a look inside the rehearsal room below!

Fool for Love FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Fool for Love have there been?
Fool for Love has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1983 and Broadway which opened in 2015.
What awards has Fool for Love been nominated for?
Fool for Love has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Nina Arianda and Sam Rockwell, as well as the Outstanding Revival of a Play (Broadway or off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Fool for Love.

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