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On the outskirts of Mormon Country, Idaho, a six hundred pound recluse hides away in his apartment eating himself to death. Desperate to reconnect with his long-estranged daughter, he reaches out to her, only to find a viciously sharp-tongued and wildly unhappy teen. Big-hearted and fiercely funny. The Whale tells more...

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Shuler Hensley, who played the lead in The Whale at London's Theatre Royal Bath's Ustinov Studio, is a multi-award-winning performer known for his extensive work on Broadway, Off-Broadway, film, and television. more...

Tasha Lawrence, who received a Drama Desk nomination for her performance in Sam Hunter's *The Whale* at Playwrights Horizons, has an extensive career spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theatre, film, and television. more...

Cory Michael Smith, known for his role as Edward Nygma / The Riddler in Gotham, showcased his talent on Broadway in 2013's Breakfast at Tiffany's, starring alongside Emilia Clarke. more...

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Awards and Nominations

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The Whale — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Shuler Hensley
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play Tasha Lawrence
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Shuler Hensley
2013 The Lortels Outstanding Lead Actor Shuler Hensley

Production Team

Jane Cox Lighting Designer
Mimi Lien Scenic Designer
Jessica Pabst Costume Designer
Fitz Patton Sound Designer

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