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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Revival 2008

Ages: 15+
Opened: March 6, 2008
Closing: June 22, 2008

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof - 2008 Broadway History , Info & More

The Tennessee Williams classic gets a new production with an African-American cast.


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'Cat' To Move From Broadway To Big Screen?
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2008


According to recent reports from Variety, producer of the current Broadway production of 'Cat On A Hot Tin Roof', Stephen Byrd, plans to move the production from Broadway to the big screen.

'Cat' Recoups Investment in Only 12 Weeks
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2008


'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' recoups 2.1 million dollar investment in twelve weeks.

Howard, Rashad, and Rose to get Sardi's Caricatures
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2008


'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' stars Terrence Howard, Phylicia Rashad and Anika Noni Rose will be immortalized on the walls of Sardi's Restaurant on May 8th.

BWW Video Show Preview: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
by BroadwayWorld TV - May 4, 2008


CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF began previews on February 12 and opened at the Broadhurst Theatre on March 6, 2008.

Boris Kodjoe Reflects On The Role Of A Lifetime
by Faetra Petillo - May 2, 2008


On April 15th, 2008 actor Boris Kodjoe took over the role of 'Brick' for a short time in the current revival of Tennessee Williams' Cat On A Hot Tin Roof. Here, he talks to BroadwayWorld.com about his experiences working on the show, the advantages of Broadway to Hollywood, and how 'Brick' has changed him forever.

Boris Kodjoe Joins 'Cat On A Hot Tin Roof' Cast 4/15
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2008


The new Broadway revival of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, directed by DEBBIE ALLEN, will get a new 'Brick' when BORIS KODJOE joins the cast on April 15, 2008. Kodjoe will take over this pivotal role for an exclusive limited engagement.

Photo Coverage: 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' Opening Night Arrivals
by Walter McBride - March 7, 2008


The all African-American production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof directed by multiple Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Debbie Allen officially opened on Thursday March 6, 2008 at the Broadhurst Theatre

Photo Coverage: 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' Opening Night Curtain Call & After Party
by Walter McBride - March 7, 2008


The all African-American production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof directed by multiple Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Debbie Allen officially opened on Thursday March 6, 2008 at the Broadhurst Theatre

'Cat' on the Prowl! All-Black Revival Opens March 6
by BWW News Desk - March 6, 2008


The all African-American production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof directed by multiple Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Debbie Allen officially opens on Thursday March 6, 2008 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th St).

Photo Flash: 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof'
by BWW - February 29, 2008


The all African-American production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof directed by multiple Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Debbie Allen will open on Thursday March 6, 2008.

Cast of 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' on 'Today Show' 2/29
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2008


Al Roker of 'The Today Show' will sit down with the four lead cast members and director Debbie Allen on Friday, February 29 at 9:15AM to talk about the highly anticipated revival of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof which is set to open Thursday, March 6.

'Cat' Extends with Boris Kodjoe as Brick During Howard's Leave
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2008


The new revival of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, directed by Debbie Allen, will get a new 'Brick' when Boris Kodjoe joins the cast on April 15, 2008. Kodjoe will take over this pivotal role for an exclusive six week engagement while Terrence Howard leaves the production for a prior contractual engagement.

Photo Coverage: 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' Cast Meet & Greet
by Walter McBride - January 9, 2008


The cast of the new Broadway revival of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof held a press meet and greet Tuesday, January 8 at 42nd Street Studios, New York.

Giancarlo Esposito Joins Cast of 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof'
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2007


Giancarlo Esposito will play 'Gooper' in the new production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof directed by multiple Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Debbie Allen.

Howard, Rashad, Rose & Jones to Star in 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof'
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2007


The all African-American production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof directed by multiple Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Debbie Allen will begin performances on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 and will open on March 6, 2008. Starring Terrence Howard, Phylicia Rashad, Anika Noni Rose, James Earl Jones.

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof History

Other Productions of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

1955   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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1974   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1990   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2003   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2008   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2009   West End London Revival
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2013   Broadway
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2017   West End West End Revival
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2022   Off-Broadway
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2023   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Production
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