The touching American classic, THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, tells the story of Carrie Watts, an elderly woman who dreams of returning to her small hometown of Bountiful, TX one last time, against the wishes of her overprotective son and domineering daughter-in-law. Her journey becomes a heartbreaking but ultimately life-affirming and inspiring tale that examines the fragility of memory and celebrates the enduring power of hope and faith.
Curtis Billings, known for his extensive regional theatre work including multiple productions directed by Michael Wilson at the Hartford Stage Company, brought his seasoned talent to the cast of The Trip to Bountiful. more...
Susan Heyward, who graced Broadway in The Trip to Bountiful, has an impressive theatre portfolio that includes Off-Broadway productions like Ruined and The Purple Lights of Joppa Illinois, as well as a variety of regional roles. more...
Linda Powell, who played the Doctor in the Tony-nominated Best Revival of The Trip to Bountiful, boasts an extensive career spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, television, and film. more...
Condola Rashad, who earned a Tony Award nomination for her role in The Trip to Bountiful, has an impressive career that spans stage, television, and film. more...
Cicely Tyson, who won a 2013 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for her role in The Trip to Bountiful, was also nominated for an Emmy Award for the 2014 television movie adaptation of the same play. more...
Vanessa Williams, who starred in The Trip to Bountiful, is renowned not only for her groundbreaking achievement as the first African-American Miss America but also for her illustrious career in music and television, including her acclaimed roles in Ugly Betty and Desperate Housewives. more...
Tom Wopat, known for his iconic role as Luke Duke on "The Dukes of Hazzard" in the late 1970s, has also graced the Broadway stage in productions such as "Annie Get Your Gun" (earning a Tony nomination) and "Catch Me If You Can," and was part of the cast of "The Trip to Bountiful." more...
Awards and Nominations
2013 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Play: Cicely Tyson was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Condola Rashad was nominated but did not win.
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Play: Cicely Tyson was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Vanessa Williams was nominated but did not win.
2013 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Condola Rashad was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Cicely Tyson was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Jeff Cowie Scenic Designer
Aimee B. Dombo Associate Scenic Designer
John Gromada Sound Designer
Composer
(Original Music)
(Original Music)
Kevin Liles Producer
Van Broughton Ramsey Costumes Designer
Rui Rita Lighting Designer
Michael Wilson Director
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