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How I Learned to Drive 2022

Ages: 12+
Opened: April 19, 2022
Closing: June 12, 2022

How I Learned to Drive - 2022 Broadway History , Info & More

Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (Broadway)
261 W. 47th St. New York, NY 10036

The thrilling Broadway premiere of Paula Vogel’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece How I Learned to Drive reunites the original stars with their award-winning director for a new production. Tony Award® winner Mary-Louise Parker (The Sound Inside, Proof) and Tony nominee David Morse (The Iceman Cometh) are joined by Tony Award® nominee and original cast member Johanna Day, Alyssa May Gold, and Chris Myers in this remarkably timely and moving memory play about a woman coming to terms with a charismatic uncle who impacts her past, present and future life. Directing is Mark Brokaw (Heisenberg).


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR How I Learned to Drive

HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE: PAULA VOGEL’S PULITZER-PRIZE-WINNER RETURNS IN HIGHEST GEAR
10 / 10

Vogel and producers also know on what side of the acting and directing their bread is buttered. Twenty-five years later and on Rachel Hauck's attractively economical set, Parker remains the 17-year-old (and then some) she was then. Remarkable! Her version of innocence assailed and fighting back is acting at a zenith. Morse's driven Peck, woefully at odds with a man's instincts for civility, matches Parker. In their many appearances, Gold, Myers, and especially Day during her imbibing moments prove their worth.

How I Learned to Drive
9 / 10

Most good theater lives on, if it's lucky, only in the memory of those who saw it. Manhattan Theatre Club's revival of Paula Vogel's How I Learned to Drive, one of the signal plays of the 1990s, represents an exception. With a firm eye on the rearview mirror, this production reunites director Mark Brokaw, who helmed the show's premiere at the Vineyard in 1997, with its two exceptional original stars, Mary-Louise Parker and David Morse; also along for the ride is Johanna Day as the principal soloist in the show's Greek Chorus of three, plus lighting designer Mark McCullough and sound designer David Van Tieghem. After more than a quarter of a century, they all move assuredly in old roles as the play shifts back into gear.

HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Filmed by The Theatre on Film and Tape Archive of New York Public Library
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 6, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club’s Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive was filmed last week by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive of New York Public Library. The production is now in its final week of performances and will end its extended run on Sunday, June 12 at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).

Listen: David Morse Talks HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - June 6, 2022


Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. Today's episode features David Morse! Morse talked about his Tony-nominated role in How I Learned to Drive, which he is reprising 25 years later, and more!

HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 1, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club’s Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive is in its final two weeks of performances. The production will end its extended run on Sunday, June 12 at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).

HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Announces Two Week Extension
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club’s Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive will extend for two additional weeks of performances. The production will now play through Sunday, June 12 at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The show is produced with Daryl Roth and Cody Lassen in association with the Vineyard Theatre.

VIDEO: Mary-Louise Parker Talks Her HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Pre-Show Ritual on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - April 29, 2022


Mary Louise Parker sat down with Seth Meyers on Late Night last night to discuss her current Broadway run in How I Learned to Drive. During the interview, Parker discussed her secret pre-show ritual that she uses to prepare for every performance.

VIDEO: David Morse Discusses Returning to His HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Role 25 Years Later on GMA
by Michael Major - April 25, 2022


David Morse appeared on Good Morning America to discuss returning to his role in How I Learned to Drive 25 years after doing the play Off-Broadway. This Broadway premiere of Paula Vogel's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece How I Learned to Drive reunites the two original stars, Morse and Tony-winner Mary-Louise Parker.

VIDEO: Inside Opening Night of HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE
by Opening Night - April 20, 2022


Just last night, Manhattan Theatre Club celebrated opening night of the Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

Photos: HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - April 20, 2022


Just last night, Manhattan Theatre Club celebrated opening night of the Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

Review Roundup: HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - April 19, 2022


Read all the critic's reviews for Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive.

MTC Announces Beyond The Stage Talkback Series For HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE
by Stephi Wild - April 19, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive opens tonight, Tuesday, April 19, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. A series of talks have been announced for How I Learned to Drive as a part of the company's Beyond the Stage program.

Photos: Mary-Louise Parker, David Morse & More in HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE
by Nicole Rosky - April 13, 2022


See the first photos from Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of the long-awaited Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive opening, Tuesday, April 19, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). 

BWW Interview: Alyssa May Gold Talks Starring in HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 11, 2022


Alyssa May Gold is taking the Broadway stage by storm as the Teenage Greek Chorus in the Broadway premiere of How I Learned to Drive. Currently in previews, How I Learned to Drive is set to officially open on Tuesday, April 19.

Meet the Cast of HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2022


How I Learned to Drive officially begins performances tonight, Tuesday, March 29, 2022 ahead of a Tuesday, April 19, 2022 opening night. Learn more about the cast bringing this show to Broadway!

Tickets for HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Now On Sale for American Express Card Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 1, 2021


Tickets are now on sale for Manhattan Theatre Club’s long-awaited Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).  

Breaking: MTC Postpones HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Until 2020-21 Season
by Nicole Rosky - April 7, 2020


BroadwayWorld has just learned that MTC will postpone the Broadway premiere of How I Learned to Drive, which was originally set to open on April 22, 2020. MTC is finalizing plans to mount the production in the upcoming 2020-2021 season.

TV: Mary-Louise Parker, David Morse & More Talk Bringing HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Back to Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - March 3, 2020


The Broadway premiere of Paula Vogel's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece How I Learned to Drive reunites the two original stars with their award-winning director for a new production. Tony Award® winner Mary-Louise Parker (Proof) and Tony nominee David Morse (The Iceman Cometh) head the cast of this remarkably timely and moving memory play about a woman coming to terms with a charismatic uncle who impacts her past, present and future life.

Photo Coverage: Mary-Louise Parker, Paula Vogel and More at HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Meet & Greet
by Jennifer Broski - February 28, 2020


Paula Vogel, director Mark Brokaw and How I Learned to Drive cast members Mary-Louise Parker, David Morse, Johanna Day, Alyssa May Gold and Chris Myers attended a meet and greet for the show! 

Johanna Day, Alyssa May Gold and Chris Myers Join HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE; Full Company Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 14, 2020


Manhattan Theatre Club, Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer); Daryl Roth and Cody Lassen; in association with Vineyard Theatre have announced the full company for the Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive - written by Paula Vogel, directed by Mark Brokaw. Tony Award® nominee Johanna Day, Alyssa May Gold, and Chris Myers join previously announced stars Mary-Louise Parker and David Morse.

Pre-Sale Begins Today For HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE; On Sale Dates Announced!
by Stephi Wild - October 21, 2019


Ticketing information has been announced for the upcoming Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive a?" written by Paula Vogel, directed by Mark Brokaw, and starring Mary-Louise Parker and David Morse.

Breaking: Mary-Louise Parker and David Morse Will Lead HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE on Broadway in 2020
by Nicole Rosky - August 13, 2019


Manhattan Theatre Club, Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) and Daryl Roth, Cody Lassen, The Dodgers in association with the Vineyard Theatre have just announced the Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize winning How I Learned to Drive by Paula Vogel, with original stars Mary-Louise Parker and David Morse, directed by Mark Brokaw.

How I Learned to Drive History

Other Productions of How I Learned to Drive

1997   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
2012   Off-Broadway Second Stage Theatre Production
Off-Broadway
2022   Broadway Manhattan Theatre Club Broadway Premiere
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How I Learned to Drive - 2022 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2022 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play How I Learned to Drive
2022 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Awards David Morse
2022 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play How I Learned To Drive
2022 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway) How I Learned to Drive
2022 Outer Critics Circle Awards Special Achievement Awards Johanna Day
2022 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play David Morse
2022 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Mary-Louise Parker
2022 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play How I Learned to Drive

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