The story of a city in denial, The Normal Heart unfolds like a real-life political thriller -- as a tight-knit group of friends refuses to let doctors, politicians and the press bury the truth of an unspoken epidemic behind a wall of silence. First produced by Joseph Papp at New York's Public Theater, the play was a critical sensation and a seminal moment in theater history. So ahead of its time was this play that many of the core issues it addresses - including gay marriage, the healthcare system and, of course, AIDS - are just as relevant today as they were when it first premiered.
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Ellen Barkin made her Broadway debut as Dr. Brookner in *The Normal Heart*, a role that earned her the 2011 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play. more...
John Benjamin Hickey, who won the 2011 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his performance in The Normal Heart, has an extensive and acclaimed career in film, television, and theater. more...
Luke MacFarlane, known for his roles in "Brothers & Sisters" and "Killjoys," as well as his numerous Hallmark Channel Christmas movies, brought his talent to the stage in "The Normal Heart." more...
Joe Mantello, a two-time Tony Award-winning director, earned a Tony nomination for his powerful performance in "The Normal Heart," a role that also garnered him Emmy and Critics' Choice Award nominations for the HBO adaptation of the play. more...
Lee Pace, who was last seen on Broadway in Larry Kramer's Tony Award-winning play, The Normal Heart, has had a distinguished career both on stage and screen, earning accolades such as a Lucille Lortel Award nomination and a Golden Globe nomination for his diverse roles. more...
Jim Parsons received a Theatre World Award and an Emmy nomination for his debut Broadway performance as "Tommy Boatwright" in The Normal Heart, which won the Tony Award for "Best Revival of a Play" and garnered Drama Desk Awards for "Outstanding Revival of a Play" and "Outstanding Ensemble Performance." more...
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Awards and Nominations
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards
Best Featured Actor in a Play: Jim Parsons won.
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Joe Mantello was nominated but did not win.
2011 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: John Benjamin Hickey won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Joe Mantello was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Ellen Barkin won.
Production Team
Batwin & Robin Productions, Inc. Projection Designer
Joel Grey Director
Martin Pakledinaz Costume Designer
David Rockwell Scenic Designer
David Van Tieghem Composer
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Sound Designer
David Weiner Lighting Designer
George C. Wolfe Director
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