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Opened: March 25, 1984
Closing: February 17, 1985

Glengarry Glen Ross - 1984 Broadway History , Info & More

Glengarry Glen Ross began as a stage play written by David Mamet. It premiered in London in 1983 and quickly gained acclaim for its sharp dialogue and unflinching portrayal of cutthroat salesmen. The play went on to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1984, solidifying its place as a modern classic. Eight years later, in 1992, Mamet himself adapted the screenplay for a film version. The movie starred Jack Lemmon, Al Pacino, Alec Baldwin, and Kevin Spacey, and garnered critical praise, though it wasn't a major box office success.

Both the play and film center around a group of down-on-their-luck real estate agents in Chicago. Under immense pressure to perform, they resort to unethical tactics and desperation in a fight to keep their jobs. Glengarry Glen Ross is a scathing indictment of the American sales culture, filled with dark humor and unforgettable characters.


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David Mamet Relays Anecdotes with Ricky Jay
by Jeff Dennhardt - May 16, 2010


David Mamet recently sat down with magician Ricky Jay to discuss his life through anecdotes, as well as perform readings from two of his books, 'Theatre,' a collection of short, biographical stories, and 'The Trials of Roderick Spode (The Human Ant),' the story of a man who accidentally becomes a superhero.

Stiles And Pullman To Spar In Mamet's OLEANNA On Broadway, Previews Begin 9/29
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2009


As announced by Producer Jeffrey Finn, previews begin tonight, Tuesday, September 29, 2009 for the first ever Broadway production of OLEANNA, the provocative drama by Pulitzer Prize winner David Mamet.

Mamet, Shepard and Brunstetter Works Set For Atlantic Theater's 2009-2010 Season
by Eddie Varley - Jun 24, 2009


Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director, Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) is proud to announce three of its 2009-2010 season productions. The main stage season at the Linda Gross Theater will mark premieres from Atlantic co-founder David Mamet and Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Sam Shepard, while Bekah Brunstetter makes her Off Broadway debut at Stage 2 with the world premiere of a new comedy.

Photo Flash: Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum's OLEANNA
by Eddie Varley - May 30, 2009


David Mamet's 'Oleanna' opens at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum on Friday, June 5, at 8 p.m. Featuring Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles under the direction of Tony Award-winner Doug Hughes, 'Oleanna' continues through July 12.

Photo Flash: OLEANNA Rehearsals At Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 7, 2009


Rehearsals have begun for David Mamet's 'Oleanna,' which begins previews May 28 and continues through July 12 at the Center Theatre Group / Mark Taper Forum (opening night is Friday, June 5). 'Oleanna' features Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles under the direction of Tony Award-winner Doug Hughes.

Theatre Exile Presents 'AMERICAN BUFFALO' at Plays & Players 4/9 - 5/3
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2009


Theatre Exile's final production of their 12th season is the classic, American Buffalo by Pulitzer Prize-winning, David Mamet. Directed by Associate Artistic Director and 2008 F. Otto Haas Award winner, Matt Pfeiffer. The show runs April 9 - May 3 at Plays and Players Theatre. American Buffalo is recommended for mature audiences.

Theatre Exile Presents 'AMERICAN BUFFALO' at Plays & Players 4/9 - 5/3
by Eddie Varley - Mar 12, 2009


Theatre Exile's final production of their 12th season is the classic, American Buffalo by Pulitzer Prize-winning, David Mamet. Directed by Associate Artistic Director and 2008 F. Otto Haas Award winner, Matt Pfeiffer. The show runs April 9 - May 3 at Plays and Players Theatre. American Buffalo is recommended for mature audiences.

Pullman and Stiles Set for Taper's 'OLEANNA' 5/28 - 7/12
by Eddie Varley - Feb 8, 2009


Center Theatre Group has announced that Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles will appear in David Mamet's 'Oleanna', the third production of the Mark Taper season, replacing the previously announced 'Uncle Vanya.' That production was cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. Tony-winning Broadway director Doug Hughes will stage 'Oleanna,' which is scheduled to run May 28th through July 12th. Opening night is scheduled June 5th.

GableStage Presents Southeastern Premiere of 'November' Starting 10/18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2008


GableStage at the Biltmore - in association with Jay Harris - will present the Southeastern Premiere of NOVEMBER by David Mamet - opening October 18th and running through November 16th

GableStage Presents Southeastern Premiere of 'November' Starting 10/18
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 14, 2008


GableStage at the Biltmore - in association with Jay Harris - will present the Southeastern Premiere of NOVEMBER by David Mamet - opening October 18th and running through November 16th

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Glengarry Glen Ross - 1984 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1984 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play Gregory Mosher

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