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Run Time:
3 hours, with two intermissions
Opened: October 13, 2012
Closing: March 03, 2013

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

On the campus of a small New England college, George and Martha invite a new professor and his wife home for a nightcap. As the cocktails flow, the young couple finds themselves caught in the crossfire of a savage marital war where the combatants attack the self-deceptions they forged for their own survival. Steppenwolf ensemble members Tracy Letts and Amy Morton face off as one of theatre's most notoriously dysfunctional couples in Albee's hilarious and harrowing masterpiece.



The Broadway opening will mark exactly 50 years to the date after the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. This production of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? originally ran at Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre Company (December 13, 2010 - February 13, 2011) and then transferred to Washington, D.C.'s Arena Stage (February 25 - April 10, 2011)




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'Virginia Woolf' turns 50, with potent new revival
9 / 10

Letts relays this dark-horse quality as powerfully as any performer this critic has seen in the role. From his masterfully acerbic rebuttals to Martha's initial barrage of insults, this George proves that he isn't the mere simp his wife describes but rather a simmering cauldron of frustration and disappointment. And he lets the lid off with an unmannered intensity that is as bracing as it is convincing. Of course, any production of Woolf relies on the strength of its four-member cast; and this one, transferred from Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre Company, has no weak links. Morton's savage but ultimately poignant Martha is, in keeping with Letts' stringent delivery, drier and less flamboyant than Kathleen Turner's in the last Broadway revival...You'll leave the gathering shaken and sobered, but also exhilarated. All golden anniversaries should be this memorable.

Broadway review: 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'
9 / 10

Witty, sarcastic, cruel, clownish, with the timing of a stand-up comic, Letts makes George a very funny, scarily driven man, the quicksilver center of the evening. You can see the stakes rise in the color of his face, which turns bright red as his anger peaks. Meanwhile, Morton, a perfect acting mate, gives glimpses of fear beneath Martha's boisterous, belittling manner, prefiguring the last, poignant line of the play.

'VIRGINIA WOOLF' and 'ASHER LEV' Casts Set for THEATER TALK, Beg. 12/21
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2012


The upcoming episode of THEATER TALK features cast members Tracy Letts and Amy Morton from Edward Albee's 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?,' the Steppenwolf Theater production currently on Broadway, followed by Ari Brand, Jenny Bacon and Mark Nelson from 'My Name is Asher Lev,' the Aaron Posner adaptation of the Chaim Potok novel, playing off-Broadway at the Westside Theater.

BWW Interviews: By George! How Tracy Letts Remade a Classic
by Adrienne Onofri - December 18, 2012


The actor/playwright talks about his work on 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Hosts Marriage Counselor Night Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2012


Producers of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, which began performances today, September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), have announced that tonight, November 15, they will bring a group of marriage counselors and therapists in to see the production. Following the performance there will be a short talkback with members of the cast, director Pam MacKinnon and Jean Petrucelli, Ph.D., a well-known clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. Dr. Petrucelli will discuss the many complex issues the play raises about marriage and relationships and why George and Martha, despite being a couple of the early 60s, still resonate with audiences today.

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Hosts Marriage Counselor Night, Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2012


Producers of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, which began performances on Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), have announced that on Thursday, November 15, they will bring a group of marriage counselors and therapists in to see the production. Following the performance there will be a short talkback with members of the cast, director Pam MacKinnon and Jean Petrucelli, Ph.D., a well-known clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. Dr. Petrucelli will discuss the many complex issues the play raises about marriage and relationships and why George and Martha, despite being a couple of the early 60s, still resonate with audiences today.

BWW Interviews: DEBUT OF THE MONTH: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF's Madison Dirks
by Caryn Robbins - October 25, 2012


Madison Dirks chatted with BWW about making his Broadway debut in Albee's hilarious and provocative masterpiece.

Broadway's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Extends Through February 24, 2013
by Kelsey Denette - October 18, 2012


Producers of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? have announced that the 50th anniversary Broadway revival has been extended, and is now on sale through February 24, 2013. The production, which was originally on sale through January 27, 2013, officially opened on October 13, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962.

Photo Coverage: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Opening Night Curtain Call with Edward Albee!
by Jennifer Broski - October 14, 2012


Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? opened last night, Saturday, October 13, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you images from the opening night curtain calls, featuring Carrie Coon, Tracy Letts, Amy Morton, Madison Dirks, director Pam MacKinnon and the legendary playwright himself, Edward Albee!

Photo Coverage: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Opening Night Arrivals!
by Jennifer Broski - October 14, 2012


Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? opened last night, Saturday, October 13, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you coverage of the show's starry opening night arrivals, including director Pam MacKinnon, plus James Earl Jones, Andre De Shields, Jenna Fischer, Laura Osnes, Alan Alda, Tommy Tune, David Henry Hwang, T.R. Knight, John Leguizamo and more!

Review Roundup: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - October 14, 2012


Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? opened Saturday evening, October 13, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. Let's see what the critics had to say...

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Opens at Broadway's Booth Theatre Tonight, October 13
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012


Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? opens this evening, Saturday, October 13, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962.

Photo Flash: First Look at WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?- Production Shots
by Nicole Rosky - October 10, 2012


Preview performances of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? began Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street). Opening night is set for Saturday, October 13, 2012, exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. BroadwayWorld brings you just-released production shots below!

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Announces Student Rush Policy
by BWW News Desk - October 9, 2012


Producers of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, which began performances on Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), have announced a student rush policy for the critically-acclaimed Broadway revival.

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Begins Previews Tonight at Booth Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - September 27, 2012


Preview performances of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? begin this evening, Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street). Opening night is set for Saturday, October 13, 2012, exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962.

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
by Jennifer Broski - September 21, 2012


Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? began rehearsals on September 4, 2012, in Chicago at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company, where this production originally began in December 2010. Previews will begin on September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street) on Broadway with an official opening on Saturday, October 13, 2012, exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. The cast and creative team just met the press, and BroadwayWorld was there for the big event. Check out full photo coverage below!

Photo Coverage: Pam MacKinnon, and More Celebrate WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Box Office Opening!
by Jennifer Broski - August 30, 2012


In honor of its 50th anniversary return to Broadway this fall there was be a special Box Office Opening Celebration at the Booth Theatre. Tickets for all preview performances were available for a special price of $50. The first 25 participants in line when the box office opens received a signed copy of the script by three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Edward Albee. BroadwayWorld was there for the event this morning, and we bring you photos below!

WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Begins Rehearsals 9/4
by Kelsey Denette - August 28, 2012


Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? will begin rehearsals on September 4, 2012, in Chicago at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company, where this production originally began in December 2010. Previews will begin on September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street) on Broadway with an official opening on Saturday, October 13, 2012, exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. Tickets can be purchased at Telecharge.com or by calling (212) 239-6200.

Up On the Marquee- WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - July 31, 2012


This fall, one of America's most acclaimed theatre ensembles will take on one of the greatest plays of the 20th century when the Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? comes to Broadway to celebrate the play's 50th anniversary. The marquee for the show just went up at the Booth Theatre, and you can check out photos of it below!

Tracy Letts and Amy Morton to Lead WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Booth Theatre; Opening Set for 10/13
by Nicole Rosky - June 13, 2012


This fall, one of America's most acclaimed theatre ensembles will take on one of the greatest plays of the 20th century when the Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? comes to Broadway to celebrate the play's 50th anniversary.

Steppenwolf's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? to Preview on Broadway Sept. 27, 2012; Understudy EPAs Set for Jun. 5
by Jessica Lewis - May 17, 2012


According to an Equity Audition notice, the Steppenwolf's production of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf will begin previews on Broadway on September 27, 2012 in anticipation of its previously announced October 13, 2012 opening at a Shubert Theatre to be announced. Pam Mackinnon will continue to helm the project. Jerry Frankel, Jeffrey Richards Susan Q. Gallin and Mary Lu Roffe will produce.

Steppenwolf's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Heads for Broadway in 2012
by Kelsey Denette - April 26, 2011


In celebration of its 50 year anniversary, the critically-acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? will open on Broadway Saturday, October 13, 2012-exactly 50 years to the date after the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. Directed by Pam MacKinnon, the Broadway production will feature the original Steppenwolf cast: ensemble members Tracy Letts and Amy Morton with Carrie Coon and Madison Dirks and will open at a Shubert Theatre TBA.

Steppenwolf Presents WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Closes 2/13
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2011


Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 season with Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Pam MacKinnon. The production features ensemble members Tracy Letts and Amy Morton with Carrie Coon and Madison Dirks. Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? closes February 13, 2011 in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted St.

TV: Steppenwolf's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Performance Highlights
by Jessica Lewis - December 16, 2010


Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 season with Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Pam MacKinnon. The production features ensemble members Tracy Letts and Amy Morton with Carrie Coon and Madison Dirks. Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? plays December 2, 2010 -13, 2011 in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted St. The press performances are Saturday, December 11 at 3 pm and Tuesday, December 14 at 7:30 pm. Click below for performance highlights.

Photo Flash: Steppenwolf Presents WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
by BWW Photo Special - December 6, 2010


Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 season with Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Pam MacKinnon. The production features ensemble members Tracy Letts and Amy Morton with Carrie Coon and Madison Dirks. Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? plays December 2, 2010 -13, 2011 in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted St. The press performances are Saturday, December 11 at 3 pm and Tuesday, December 14 at 7:30 pm.

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? History

Other Productions of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

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1976   Broadway
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2005   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2012   Broadway Steppenwolf Theatre Company Production
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2017   West End West End Revival
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2020   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
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Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Tracy Letts
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Play Amy Morton
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Play Pam MacKinnon
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play 0
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Tracy Letts
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Amy Morton
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play 0
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Tracy Letts
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play David Hyde Pierce
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Play Amy Morton
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Play Pam MacKinnon
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0
2013 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Carrie Coon
2013 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play Pam MacKinnon
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Tracy Letts
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Carrie Coon
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Amy Morton
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Jerry Frankel
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Steppenwolf Theatre Company
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Angelina Fiordellisi
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play GFour Productions
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Will Trice
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Kirmser Ponturo Fund
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Kathleen K. Johnson
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Ken Greiner
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Luigi & Rose Caiola
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Dramatic Forces
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Michael Palitz
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Cheryl Lachowicz
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Jam Theatricals
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Richard Gross
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Mark S. Golub & David S. Golub
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Patty Baker
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Amy Danis & Mark Johannes
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Kit Seidel
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Mary Lu Roffe
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Susan Quint Gallin
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Jeffrey Richards
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

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