The Belle of Amherst Revival 2014

Run Time:
One hour and 30 minutes
Ages: 11+
Opened: October 19, 2014
Closing: January 25, 2015

The Belle of Amherst - 2014 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Westside Arts Theatre
407 West 43rd Street New York, NY 10036

In The Belle of Amherst, Emily Dickinson welcomes audiences into her lifelong Amherst homestead in mid-century Massachusetts. While Dickinson found solace in solitude through much of her life, acclaimed 19th playwright William Luce weaves her poems, diaries, and letters into a one-woman portrait of one of America's greatest and most prolific poets, mixing Dickinson's encounters with close friends and family with the poet's own, often amusing observations.

"Full of passion and poetry and heart" (New York Daily News), The Belle of Amherst illuminates a brilliant wordsmith through the words she left behind.

The Belle of Amherst - 2014 - Off-Broadway Cast

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THE BELLE OF AMHERST with Joely Richardson to End Limited Run this Month
by Tyler Peterson - November 10, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's critically acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, will end its limited engagement on Sunday, November 23 at the Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street).

In the Spotlight Series: THE BELLE OF AMHERST Company
by Walter McBride - November 10, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's critically acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, will end its limited engagement on Sunday, November 23 at the Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street). BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the company in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

BWW Reviews: Richardson Brings Ironic Nerdiness to THE BELLE OF AMHERST
by Michael Dale - October 20, 2014


Emily Dickinson is played with a more contemporary feel in the new Off-Broadway production.

TV: Chatting with Joely Richardson and the Company of THE BELLE OF AMHERST on Opening Night
by TV - Opening Night Special - October 20, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, opened last night, October 19 in a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play). BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with the company after the curtain went down and you can check out interviews with the whole gang below!

Photo Coverage: THE BELLE OF AMHERST Company Celebrates Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - October 20, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, opened last night, October 19 in a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play). BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the opening night after party below!

Photo Coverage: Joely Richardson Takes Opening Night Bows in THE BELLE OF AMHERST
by Walter McBride - October 20, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, opened last night, October 19 in a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play). BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the opening night curtain call below!

TV: Watch Highlights of Joely Richardson in THE BELLE OF AMHERST
by Nicole Rosky - October 17, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, opens this Sunday, October 19 in a new production starring Golden Globe Award nomineeJoely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play). Check out a first look below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Joely Richardson in THE BELLE OF AMHERST Off-Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - October 17, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, opens this Sunday, October 19 in a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play). Check out a first look below!

THE BELLE OF AMHERST with Joely Richardson Opens this Weekend
by Tyler Peterson - October 17, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, opens this Sunday, October 19 in a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play).

THE BELLE OF AMHERST, Starring Joely Richardson, Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, opens tonight, October 19th, in a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play).

THE BELLE OF AMHERST, Starring Joely Richardson, Begins Performances Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 7, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, begins performances tonight, October 7th, for a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play).

THE BELLE OF AMHERST, Starring Joely Richardson, Begins Performances Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - October 6, 2014


The Belle of Amherst, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, begins performances tomorrow, October 7th, for a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ("Nip/Tuck," Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play).

Photo Coverage: Joely Richardson and THE BELLE OF AMHERST Team Meets the Press
by Walter McBride - September 12, 2014


THE BELLE OF AMHERST, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, will launch a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play). Beginning Tuesday, October 7th, The Belle of Amherst will play a limited engagement at off-Broadway's Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street). The production officially opens on Sunday, October 19th. The company just met the press and BroadwayWorld's was there to capture the moment - scroll down for photos!

TV: Joely Richardson & THE BELLE OF AMHERST Team Meet the Press
by Nicole Rosky - September 12, 2014


THE BELLE OF AMHERST, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, will launch a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ('Nip/Tuck,' Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play). Beginning Tuesday, October 7th, The Belle of Amherst will play a limited engagement at off-Broadway's Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street). The production officially opens on Sunday, October 19th. Tickets are now on sale through Telecharge atwww.telecharge.com or by calling 212-239-6200. THe company just met the press and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on hand to chat with the full gang about the play. Check out what they had to say below!

THE BELLE OF AMHERST with Joely Richardson Begins Rehearsals Today
by Tyler Peterson - September 8, 2014


THE BELLE OF AMHERST, William Luce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson, begins rehearsals today, September 8, for a new production starring Golden Globe Award nominee Joely Richardson ("Nip/Tuck," Side Effects) and directed by Steve Cosson (The Civilians, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play).

William Ivey Long Joins Creative Team of THE BELLE OF AMHERST
by Nicole Rosky - August 6, 2014


Don Gregory, the original and current producer of THE BELLE OF AMHERST, just announced that six time Tony Award® winner William Ivey Long (The Producers, Hairspray, Bullets Over Broadway, Cinderella) has joined the creative team to design the signature period costumes for the new production of WilliamLuce's acclaimed one-woman play of the private yet prolific poet Emily Dickinson starring Golden Globe Award® nominee Joely Richardson ("Nip/Tuck," Side Effects).

The Belle of Amherst FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Belle of Amherst have there been?
The Belle of Amherst has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1976 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2014.
What awards has The Belle of Amherst been nominated for?
The Belle of Amherst has been nominated for the Outstanding Solo Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for Joely Richardson.

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