Butterflies are Free is a romantic comedy that centers on a blind man's attempt at self-reliance, a young woman's fear of commitment, and a loving mother's struggle with letting her son go. The original Broadway production opened in 1969, and won a Supporting Actress Tony award for Blythe Danner. A successful movie version starred Goldie Hawn, Edward Albert and won Eileen Heckart an Oscar as Best Supporting Actress in 1972.
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Michael Shannon, a two-time Academy Award nominee known for his versatile roles in film and theatre, once graced the stage in "Butterflies Are Free," showcasing his enduring commitment to live performance. more...
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Awards and Nominations
1970 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Blythe Danner won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Eileen Heckart was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Jules Fisher Lighting Designer
Milton Katselas Director
Robert Mackintosh (ii) Costume Designer
Richard Seger Scenic Designer
Joe Tubens Hair Designer
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