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Speed-the-Plow

Closing: December 31, 1988

Speed-the-Plow - 1988 Broadway History , Info & More

Royale Theatre
242 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036
Run Type Unknown
Market Broadway
Previews April 09, 1988 (23 previews)

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Cast and Crew deliver a high-quality production that is both simple and sublime; historically accurate, topically relevant; and well worth seeing. BSC Artistic Director, Alan Paul said: 'It's fair to say that Daisy has become an American classic, and when you watch the show, you will see how contemporary and relevant its themes still are.  This play endures because it speaks to the best of who we can be.  Alfred Uhry's beautifully observed characters remind us that empathy, respect, and friendship can emerge in the most unexpected places.

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by Marc Savitt - Jun 9, 2026


Cast and Crew deliver a high-quality production that is both simple and sublime; historically accurate, topically relevant; and well worth seeing. 'It's fair to say that Daisy has become an American classic, and when you watch the show, you will see how contemporary and relevant its themes still are. This play endures because it speaks to the best of who we can be. Alfred Uhry's beautifully observed characters remind us that empathy, respect, and friendship can emerge in the most unexpected places.'

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Speed-the-Plow History

Other Productions of Speed-the-Plow

2008   Broadway 20th Anniversary Revival
Broadway
2014   West End West End Production
West End

Speed-the-Plow - 1988 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Speed-the-Plow awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Raúl Esparza
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Play Ron Silver
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Play Joe Mantegna
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Play Gregory Mosher
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding New Play David Mamet
1988 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play Gregory Mosher
1988 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Ron Silver
1988 Tony Awards Best Play David Mamet
1988 Tony Awards Best Play Lincoln Center Theater
1988 Tony Awards Best Play Gregory Mosher

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