News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Equus Revival 2008 - Articles Page 2

Ages: 14+
Opened: September 25, 2008
Closing: February 08, 2009

Equus - 2008 Broadway History , Info & More

Equus, written by Peter Shaffer, the Tony Award author of Amadeus, is the powerful and provocative story of a stable boy and a psychiatrist who seek to understand the sexual and religious mystery which leads to a climactic and unbelievable event. Daniel Radcliffe, the young international star of the popular Harry Potter films, plays the stable boy. Richard Griffiths, who plays the psychiatrist, was last seen on Broadway in The History Boys for which he won a Tony Award.


Equus - 2008 - Broadway Cast

Get Equus Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

Equus - 2008 - Broadway Articles Page 2

Daniel Radcliffe to Appear on NBC's TODAY SHOW 11/10
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2008


Daniel Radcliffe, currently starring in the hit Broadway production of EQUUS, will appear on NBC's "Today" Show this Monday, November 10.

Daniel Radcliffe to Appear on NBC's TODAY SHOW 11/10
by Faetra Petillo - November 7, 2008


Daniel Radcliffe, currently starring in the hit Broadway production of EQUUS, will appear on NBC?s ?Today? Show this Monday, November 10.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Spencer Liff of 'Equus'...Yes, 'Equus'!
by Adrienne Onofri - November 3, 2008


The former child performer and reigning 'best dancer on Broadway' takes a dramatic non-human role.

Daniel Radcliffe and Richard Griffiths Discuss Roles in EQUUS on Theater Talk 10/31
by Faetra Petillo - October 29, 2008


Actors Daniel Radcliffe (star of the Harry Potter movies) and Tony Award-winner Richard Griffiths (The History Boys) discuss their roles in Equus, Peter Shaffer's classic 1973 drama, now being revived on Broadway on 'Theater Talk' on Friday, October 31 at 1 AM (Saturday morning) on Thirteen.

EQUUS To Offer Student Rush Tickets Beginning 10/28
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2008


The hit Broadway production of EQUUS will offer $31.50 student rush tickets beginning Tuesday, October 28 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street). Peter Shaffer's EQUUS stars Richard Griffiths and Daniel Radcliffe and is directed by Thea Sharrock. The production is playing a strictly limited engagement through February 8, 2009.

EQUUS To Offer Student Rush Tickets Beginning 10/28
by Faetra Petillo - October 27, 2008


The hit Broadway production of EQUUS will offer $31.50 student rush tickets beginning Tuesday, October 28 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street). Peter Shaffer's EQUUS stars Richard Griffiths and Daniel Radcliffe and is directed by Thea Sharrock. The production is playing a strictly limited engagement through February 8, 2009.

Zac Efron Considering Daniel Radcliffe's Role in EQUUS?
by Faetra Petillo - October 10, 2008


The Sun is reporting that actor actor Zac Efron may be considering the role of Alan Strang in EQUUS. At the London premiere of High School Musical 3 Efron was quoted as saying, 'You know that Daniel Radcliffe role on Broadway? Well it's been mentioned.'

TV: Broadway Beat - EQUUS and A Tale of Two Cities
by Robert Diamond - October 6, 2008


After taking the summer season off, Broadway Beat returns to begin their 19th season of bringing you the best of Broadway. This week's episode features Equus, A Tale of Two Cities and more - only right here on BroadwayWorld!

Dramatists Guild to Present 'A Conversation with Peter Shaffer and John Guare'
by Robert Diamond - October 4, 2008


The Dramatists Guild of America announces the continuation of their popular DuoLogues seminar series with a conversation between celebrated playwrights Peter Shaffer and John Guare, on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at the Dramatists Guild's Frederick Loewe Room, 1501 Broadway (between 43rd and 44th Streets), Suite 710.

TV: Broadway Beat Sneak Peek: Opening Night of 'EQUUS'
by Eddie Varley - September 26, 2008


Equus officially opened on Broadway last night, September 25th and Broadway Beat's cameras were there to cover the highly anticipated revival of Peter Shaffer's classic play. We're excited to bring you a 'sneak peek' of the upcoming Broadway Beat episode featuring all the official first night action!

Photo Coverage: EQUUS Opening Night Curtain Call and After Party
by Walter McBride - September 26, 2008


EQUUS officially opened on Broadway last night, September 25th, after beginning previews on September 5. BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were there as the cast took their first official bow together and celebrated at New York City's Pier 66.

Photo Coverage: EQUUS Opening Night Theatre Arrivals
by Walter McBride - September 26, 2008


EQUUS officially opened on Broadway last night, September 25th, after beginning previews on September 5. BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were there to capture the star studded arrivals at the Broadhurst Theatre.

'EQUUS' with Radcliffe and Griffiths Opens Tonight, 9/25
by Eddie Varley - September 25, 2008


EQUUS officially opens on Broadway tonight, it began previews on September 5. EQUUS will play a strictly limited engagement through February 8, 2009. EQUUS reunites the two stars of the wildly successful 'Harry Potter' films: Daniel Radcliffe, who portrays the brilliant young wizard, Harry Potter, and Richard Griffiths, who appears as Harry's Uncle Vernon Dursley.

Photo Flash: 'Equus' Currently in Previews at the Broadhurst Theatre
by Faetra Petillo - September 23, 2008


EQUUS is currently in preview performances at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street). The show will open on September 25. EQUUS will play a strictly limited engagement through February 8, 2009.

Radcliffe and Griffith's Saddle Up As 'Equus' Begins Previews Tonight, 9/5
by Faetra Petillo - September 5, 2008


EQUUS begins preview performances on Broadway tonight, September 5th.

Radcliffe To Discuss 'Equus' On Late Night 8/25
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2008


Daniel Radcliffe will appear on NBC's 'Late Night with Conan O'Brien' (late Monday night) August 25, 12:35 a.m. - 1:35 a.m. to talk about his upcoming Broadway debut next month in the award-winning play Equus. Check local listings.

Radcliffe To Discuss 'Equus' On Late Night 8/25
by Faetra Petillo - August 21, 2008


Daniel Radcliffe will appear on NBC's 'Late Night with Conan O'Brien' (late Monday night) August 25, 12:35 a.m. - 1:35 a.m. to talk about his upcoming Broadway debut next month in the award-winning play EQUUS. Check local listings.

Photo Coverage: Times Talks Presents Daniel Radcliffe: Screen to Bway Stage
by Walter McBride - August 20, 2008


On Tuesday, August 19, 2008 Daniel Radcliffe, soon to make his Broadway debut in Equus, participated in the New York Times' Times Talks Seminar Series. Equus begins preview performances on Broadway on September 5th prior to opening night on September 25th 2008..

Camp, Smith and McCormick Added To 'Equus' Cast
by Faetra Petillo - August 7, 2008


Joining the previously announced Richard Griffiths, Daniel Radcliffe and Kate Mulgrew in EQUUS are Anna Camp, Carolyn McCormick, Lorenzo Pisoni, T. Ryder Smith, Graeme Malcolm and Sandra Shipley, along with Collin Baja, Tyrone Jackson, Spencer Liff, Adesola Osakalumi, and Marc Spaulding.

Tickets For Broadway's Equus-- Starring Griffiths and Radcliffe- On Sale 8/4
by BWW News Desk - August 4, 2008


Tickets to the eagerly-anticipated production of Peter Shaffer's award-winning play EQUUS -- starring Tony-winner Richard Griffiths and Daniel Radcliffe, making his Broadway debut -- will go on sale at the Broadhurst Theatre box office (235 West 44th Street) on Monday, August 4, starting at 10 a.m.

Tickets For Broadway's Equus-- Starring Griffiths and Radcliffe- On Sale 8/4
by Faetra Petillo - August 1, 2008


Tickets to the eagerly-anticipated production of Peter Shaffer's award-winning play EQUUS -- starring Tony-winner Richard Griffiths and Daniel Radcliffe, making his Broadway debut -- will go on sale at the Broadhurst Theatre box office (235 West 44th Street) on Monday, August 4, starting at 10 a.m.

Kate Mulgrew Joins the Cast of EQUUS
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2008


The stage and screen actress KATE MULGREW has joined 'Harry Potter' star DANIEL RADCLIFFE and the Tony Award-winning actor RICHARD GRIFFITHS ('The History Boys') -- in the cast of Peter Shaffer's Tony Award-winning play EQUUS, coming to Broadway this fall with previews starting previews September 5th prior to opening September 25th at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 W. 44 St.), it has been announced.

EQUUS with Radcliffe & Griffiths to Start Previews Sep. 5 at
by BWW News Desk - April 8, 2008


Daniel Radcliffe and Richard Griffiths will reprise their starring roles from the enormously successful 2007 London production of Peter Shaffer's EQUUS when the Tony Award-winning play begins previews September 5 and opens September 25, 2008 on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre.

Equus History

Other Productions of Equus

1974   Broadway
Broadway
2008   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2019   West End London Revival at Theatre Royal Stratford East
West End

Equus - 2008 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Direction of a Play Thea Sharrock
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actor in a Play Daniel Radcliffe
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Lighting Design David Hersey
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Revival of a Play Equus
2009 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Daniel Radcliffe
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design John Napier
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design David Hersey
2009 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Play David Hersey
2009 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Play Gregory Clarke
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design in a Play David Hersey
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design Gregory Clarke

Videos