News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Replacement
(Understudy)
Michael Hammond, who served as co-director for M. Butterfly, is well-known for his extensive background in theatrical teaching, directing, acting, and choreography, with notable past performances including Harold Hill in “The Music Man” and Jesus in “Jesus Christ Superstar.” more...

Ann Harada, renowned for her role as Christmas Eve in Avenue Q, also showcased her talent in the Broadway production of M. Butterfly, among other notable performances. more...
(Understudy)
Francis Jue, a versatile and highly praised actor, made his Broadway debut in 1998 in the musical "M. Butterfly" by David Henry Hwang, where he captivated audiences with his portrayal of Song Liling, earning a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play. more...
(Understudy)

John Rubinstein, who has an extensive and celebrated career in theater, film, and television, was part of the cast of M. Butterfly on Broadway, adding to his impressive list of stage credits that includes a Tony Award-winning performance in Children of a Lesser God. more...

Get M. Butterfly Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

Awards and Nominations


1988 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Play: John Lithgow was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor - Play: B.D. Wong won.

1988 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: B.D. Wong was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: John Lithgow was nominated but did not win.

Production Team

Joe Campayno Make-Up Designer
Phyllis Della Hair Designer
John Dexter Director
Peter J. Fitzgerald Sound Designer
Lucia Hwong Composer
(Incidental Music)
Musical Director
Eiko Ishioka Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Andy Phillips Lighting Designer
Giacomo Puccini Composer
(Incidental Music)
Ticket Central

Videos