Richard Foreman
Latest News on Richard Foreman:
Avant-Garde Theater Legend Richard Foreman Passes Away at 87 (Jan 5, 2025)
La MaMa Adds Performances of Richard Foreman's SUPPOSE BEAUTIFUL MADELINE HARVEY (Dec 10, 2024)
NAYATT SCHOOL REDUX & More Set for The Wooster Group 2025 Season (Nov 22, 2024)
Avant-Garde Theater Legend Richard Foreman Passes Away at 87 (Jan 5, 2025)
La MaMa Adds Performances of Richard Foreman's SUPPOSE BEAUTIFUL MADELINE HARVEY (Dec 10, 2024)
NAYATT SCHOOL REDUX & More Set for The Wooster Group 2025 Season (Nov 22, 2024)
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IT Awards - 2013 - Artistic Achievement Award
Richard Foreman
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The Lortels - 2012 - Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee
Richard Foreman
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The Hewes Awards - 2003 - Noteworthy/Unusual Effects
Richard ForemanPanic!
Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Richard Foreman, The Threepenny Opera
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Obie Awards - 1970 - Citations
Richard ForemanElephant Ship
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by Nicole Rosky - 02/01/2023
News
Avant-Garde Theater Legend Richard Foreman Passes Away at 87
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Richard Foreman, playwright and founder of the Ontological-Hysteric Theater, passed away in Manhattan on Saturday, January 4 at the age of 87.
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Richard Foreman, playwright and founder of the Ontological-Hysteric Theater, passed away in Manhattan on Saturday, January 4 at the age of 87.
La MaMa Adds Performances of Richard Foreman's SUPPOSE BEAUTIFUL MADELINE HARVEY
Due to demand, La MaMa has added two additional performances of the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, experimental theater icon Richard Foreman’s first new play in 10 years.
Due to demand, La MaMa has added two additional performances of the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, experimental theater icon Richard Foreman’s first new play in 10 years.
NAYATT SCHOOL REDUX & More Set for The Wooster Group 2025 Season
The Wooster Group will perform two productions this season at its home base, The Performing Garage. See upcoming programming for 2025 and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Wooster Group will perform two productions this season at its home base, The Performing Garage. See upcoming programming for 2025 and learn how to purchase tickets.
La MaMa Presents Richard Foreman's SUPPOSE BEAUTIFUL MADELINE HARVEY
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, legendary experimental theater icon Richard Foreman's first new play in 10 years.
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, legendary experimental theater icon Richard Foreman's first new play in 10 years.
I LOVE THAT FOR YOU by Paul Budraitis to be Presented at La MaMa
La MaMa will present I Love That For You by Paul Budraitis in December. I Love That For You is an intimate solo performance. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
La MaMa will present I Love That For You by Paul Budraitis in December. I Love That For You is an intimate solo performance. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Wooster Group to Bring SYMPHONY OF RATS to OZ Arts Nashville
The Wooster Group, renowned for their innovative theater, will bring their political satire SYMPHONY OF RATS to OZ Arts Nashville, featuring a multimedia exploration of presidential madness. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Wooster Group, renowned for their innovative theater, will bring their political satire SYMPHONY OF RATS to OZ Arts Nashville, featuring a multimedia exploration of presidential madness. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Theatre Life with Anita Yavich
Today’s subject Anita Yavich is currently living her theatre life both locally and on Broadway. Her costume designs can currently be seen in Roundabout Theatre Company’s current production of Yellow Face and starting October 25th her work will be onstage at Kennedy Center in the Opera House with Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of Fidelio. The show runs through November 4th.
Today’s subject Anita Yavich is currently living her theatre life both locally and on Broadway. Her costume designs can currently be seen in Roundabout Theatre Company’s current production of Yellow Face and starting October 25th her work will be onstage at Kennedy Center in the Opera House with Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of Fidelio. The show runs through November 4th.
REDCAT And The Wooster Group Present SYMPHONY OF RATS West Coast Premiere
REDCAT has announced performances by THE WOOSTER GROUP from Oct. 18-20 and 22-23, featuring a reimagined version of Richard Foreman's 1988 play with a multilayered sound and video score.
REDCAT has announced performances by THE WOOSTER GROUP from Oct. 18-20 and 22-23, featuring a reimagined version of Richard Foreman's 1988 play with a multilayered sound and video score.
TONGS AND BONES SHAKESPEARE Opens Tonight at Theater For The New City
Tongs and Bones, Shakespeare: Tempestuous Amusements, Interludes, Noises, and Drollery, written by Bob Shuman and directed by Frank Farrell will run as part of the Dream Up Festival from August 25-September 15, 2024.
Tongs and Bones, Shakespeare: Tempestuous Amusements, Interludes, Noises, and Drollery, written by Bob Shuman and directed by Frank Farrell will run as part of the Dream Up Festival from August 25-September 15, 2024.
New Works By Richard Foreman, Belarus Free Theatre, and More Set For La MaMa's 63rd Season
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced its 2024-25 season, which will feature dozens of new works from around the world, including new works by Richard Foreman, Belarus Free Theatre, and more.
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced its 2024-25 season, which will feature dozens of new works from around the world, including new works by Richard Foreman, Belarus Free Theatre, and more.
OZ Arts Nashville Unveils 12th Season Featuring Artists From Ukraine, South Korea & More
OZ Arts Nashville's 12th season will feature performances by influential artists from Ukraine, South Korea and more. Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
OZ Arts Nashville's 12th season will feature performances by influential artists from Ukraine, South Korea and more. Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Willem Dafoe Named Artistic Director of the Theatre Department of La Biennale di Venezia
Willem Dafoe has been named the new Artistic Director of the Theatre Department of La Biennale di Venezia for the two-year term 2025-2026.
Willem Dafoe has been named the new Artistic Director of the Theatre Department of La Biennale di Venezia for the two-year term 2025-2026.
Evan Cabnet Appointed Artistic Director of Second Stage
The Board of Trustees of Second Stage Theater have announced that Evan Cabnet, currently Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater’s LCT3, will be Second Stage Theater’s new Artistic Director.
The Board of Trustees of Second Stage Theater have announced that Evan Cabnet, currently Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater’s LCT3, will be Second Stage Theater’s new Artistic Director.
Carol Bixler, Long Time Producing Director At CalArts Center For New Performance, Passes Away At 74
Carol Bixler, the long-time Producing Director at CalArts Center for New Performance, has passed away at the age of 74.
Carol Bixler, the long-time Producing Director at CalArts Center for New Performance, has passed away at the age of 74.
Carol Bixler, Long-Time Producing Director at Calarts Center For New Performance, Dies At 74
The beloved producer, Carol Bixler, 74, died on Sunday, June 16th at her home in New Orleans, LA, having dedicated much of her life to the performing arts, mentorship, and to animal rescue.Â
The beloved producer, Carol Bixler, 74, died on Sunday, June 16th at her home in New Orleans, LA, having dedicated much of her life to the performing arts, mentorship, and to animal rescue.Â
Casts of HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK & More to Perform at New Dramatists Spring Luncheon
New Dramatists will host its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
New Dramatists will host its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Randolph Curtis Rand Joins Cast PERFECT CRIME Off-Broadway
Broadway veteran Randolph Curtis Rand has joined the cast of NYC's longest running show, PERFECT CRIME.
Broadway veteran Randolph Curtis Rand has joined the cast of NYC's longest running show, PERFECT CRIME.
The Wooster Group to Present 2024 Spring Benefit Party in May
Join The Wooster Group for their Spring Benefit featuring performances by Kim Gordon and Tony Oursler at The Performing Garage. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Join The Wooster Group for their Spring Benefit featuring performances by Kim Gordon and Tony Oursler at The Performing Garage. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Immersive A GAGA GUIDE TO THE LOWER EAST SIDE To Return This Spring
After a 7-month run last year, Spin Cycle will present the return of A GAGA GUIDE TO THE LOWER EAST SIDE. Learn more about the experience!
After a 7-month run last year, Spin Cycle will present the return of A GAGA GUIDE TO THE LOWER EAST SIDE. Learn more about the experience!
Richard Foreman's SYMPHONY OF RATS to be Presented at The Wooster Group
The Wooster Group will present New York performances of their new production of Symphony of Rats, a play by leading American avant-garde playwright Richard Foreman.
The Wooster Group will present New York performances of their new production of Symphony of Rats, a play by leading American avant-garde playwright Richard Foreman.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Richard Foreman written?
Richard Foreman has written 2 shows including Idiot Savant (Playwright), Old Fashioned Prostitutes (A True Romance) (Playwright).
What awards has Richard Foreman been nominated for?
Artistic Achievement Award (IT Awards) for , Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee (The Lortels), Noteworthy/Unusual Effects (The Hewes Awards) for Panic!, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Threepenny Opera and Citations (Obie Awards) for Elephant Ship.
What awards has Richard Foreman won?
Richard Foreman has won the following awards: Artistic Achievement Award (IT Awards), Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee (The Lortels), Noteworthy/Unusual Effects (The Hewes Awards) for Panic!, and Citations (Obie Awards) for Elephant Ship.
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