In Other Desert Cities, Brooke Wyeth (Rachel Griffiths) returns home to Palm Springs after a six year absence to see her parents (Stockard Channing and Stacy Keach), her brother (Thomas Sadoski), and her aunt (Judith Light). Brooke announces that she is about to publish a memoir dredging up a pivotal and tragic event in the family’s history – a wound they don’t want reopened. In effect, she draws a line in the sand and dares them all to cross it.
This critically acclaimed production premiered at Lincoln Center Theater last winter. It played to sold out houses during its limited engagement run, and was named Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play by the Outer Critics Circle.
Stockard Channing, who earned a Tony Award nomination for her role in "Other Desert Cities," has had a distinguished career on stage and screen, including her acclaimed performances in "The West Wing" and "Grease." more...
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Jack Davidson, who has an extensive Broadway resume including notable performances in "Other Desert Cities," has also been a 20-year member of Circle Rep and has appeared in various film and TV projects such as "Footloose 2" and "Law & Order." more...
Rachel Griffiths, known for her extensive theater work with the Sydney and Melbourne Theater companies and her acclaimed roles in TV series like "Brothers & Sisters" and "Six Feet Under," brought her impressive talent to the stage in "Other Desert Cities." more...
Stacy Keach, who earned an Outer Critics Circle Award nomination for his performance in Lincoln Center Theater's *Other Desert Cities*, has an illustrious career that includes notable Broadway appearances in *Love Letters* and *Deathtrap*, as well as acclaimed roles in film and television. more...
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Lauren Klein, known for her extensive work on stage, including her Broadway debut in "They're Playing Our Song," showcased her enduring talent and versatility in "Other Desert Cities." more...
Judith Light's remarkable stage career includes winning two consecutive Tony Awards for her performances in "Other Desert Cities" and "The Assembled Parties" in 2012 and 2013, making her the first actress in nearly two decades to achieve this feat. more...
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Thomas Sadoski, who earned acclaim for his role in Broadway's "Other Desert Cities," has an extensive theater background, including Tony and Drama Desk nominations for "Reasons to Be Pretty," and notable performances in both Off-Broadway and regional productions. more...
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Liz Wisan, known for her versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles, brought her unique talent to the stage in "Other Desert Cities," showcasing her extensive training from the Yale School of Drama and her rich background in theater. more...
Awards and Nominations
2012 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play : Judith Light won.
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Judith Light was nominated but did not win.
2012 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play : Judith Light won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Stockard Channing was nominated but did not win.
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Stacy Keach was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Linda Lavin was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
John Lee Beatty Scenic Designer
Jill B.C. Du Boff Sound Designer
Justin Ellington Composer
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(Original Music)
Paul Huntley Wig Designer
Joe Mantello Director
Kenneth Posner Lighting Designer
David Zinn Costume Designer
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