In CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, "Big Daddy" Pollitt, the richest cotton planter in the Mississippi Delta, is about to celebrate his 65th birthday. He is distressed by the rocky relationship between his beloved son Brick, an aging football hero who has turned to drink, and his beautiful and more...
Ben Gazzara, acclaimed for his role in the original Broadway production of "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" (1955–56), transitioned from the stage to a successful screen career, earning numerous accolades including a Primetime Emmy Award and a Drama Desk Award. more...
Awards and Nominations
1975 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Elizabeth Ashley was nominated but did not win.
1956 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Barbara Bel Geddes was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Lucinda Ballard Costume Designer
Elia Kazan Director
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Jo Mielziner Scenic Designer
Lighting Designer
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