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Casa Valentina Broadway Original Cast


Casa Valentina Broadway

From four-time Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots, Newsies, La Cage aux Folles) comes CASA VALENTINA, his first play in almost thirty years and his first-ever collaboration with Manhattan Theatre Club. Two-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Take Me Out, Wicked) directs this funny, fascinating world premiere based on actual events.

Back in 1962, most men went to the Catskill Mountains to escape the summer heat, but others took the two-hour drive to escape something else entirely: being men. Nestled in the land of dirty dancing and borscht belt comedy sat an inconspicuous bungalow colony that catered to a very special clientele: heterosexual men whose favorite pastime was dressing and acting as women. It was paradise for these men - white-collar professionals with families - to spend their weekends discreetly and safely inhabiting their chosen female alter egos. But when faced with the opportunity to become an official organization, these "self-made women" had to decide whether public recognition would help them gain a place in open society or spell their own personal disaster.

Infused with Fierstein's trademark wit, this moving, insightful and delightfully entertaining new work offers a glimpse into the lives of a group of unforgettable characters as they search for acceptance and happiness in their very own Garden of Eden.

CASA VALENTINA is a recipient of an Edgerton Foundation New American Plays Award.

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Reed Birney, who earned a Tony Award nomination for his role in Casa Valentina in 2014, is a seasoned actor with an impressive career that includes a Tony Award win for The Humans and an Obie Award for Sustained Excellence in Performance. more...

John Cullum, a seasoned Broadway veteran with a career spanning decades, brought his extensive experience and talent to the cast of "Casa Valentina," adding depth and gravitas to the production. more...

Gabriel Ebert, who starred in Broadway's Casa Valentina with Manhattan Theatre Club, is also a Tony Award winner for his role in Matilda the Musical and an OBIE award recipient for his performance in 4,000 Miles. more...

Lisa Emery, who starred in Broadway's "Casa Valentina," has an extensive theater background, including notable performances in "Relatively Speaking (George Is Dead)" and "The Women," as well as acclaimed Off-Broadway roles such as in "Iron" (Obie Award, Lortel nom) and "A Kind of Alaska" (Drama Desk nom.). more...

Tom McGowan, known for his Tony and Drama Desk-nominated performance in La Bête, also graced the stage in Casa Valentina, bringing his extensive experience from Broadway, Off-Broadway, television, and film to the production. more...

Patrick Page, who played Valentina in the past Broadway production of Casa Valentina, is also renowned for his portrayal of Hades in Hadestown and has an extensive list of Broadway credits including roles in Spring Awakening, Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark, and The Lion King. more...

Larry Pine, a seasoned actor with a career spanning over four decades, graced the Broadway stage in the 2014 production of "Casa Valentina," further cementing his reputation as a versatile and dedicated performer. more...

Nick Westrate, a recipient of the 2012 special Drama Desk Award, showcased his talent on Broadway in Casa Valentina, among other notable productions. more...

Mare Winningham, renowned for her extensive and award-winning career in television and film, was nominated for a Tony Award for her performance in Casa Valentina, showcasing her exceptional talent on the Broadway stage. more...

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Awards and Nominations


2014 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Reed Birney won.

2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Mare Winningham won.

2014 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Reed Birney was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Mare Winningham was nominated but did not win.

Production Team

Jason Hayes Make-Up Designer
Hair Designer
Joe Mantello Director
Scott Pask Scenic Designer
Fitz Patton Sound Designer
Composer
(Original Music)
Rita Ryack Costume Designer
Justin Townsend Lighting Designer
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