PASSION opened on Broadway in May of 1994 and received the Tony Award that year for Best Musical. It has been performed throughout the world since then, but this will be the first full New York revival. (A three performance only semi-staged production was mounted at Lincoln Center in the spring of 2005 for the PBS broadcast Live From Lincoln Center)
Classic Stage Company's production of PASSION is slated to begin performances in February 2013 under the direction of John Doyle.
Jeffry Denman, a versatile performer known for his extensive work on and off Broadway, showcased his remarkable talents in Passion, adding to his impressive repertoire that includes roles in Crazy for You, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, and The Producers. more...
Melissa Errico, known for her standout Broadway roles including Eliza Doolittle in "My Fair Lady" and her acclaimed recordings of musical theater classics, was a notable presence in "Passion." more...
(Understudy)
Amy Justman, known for her Broadway roles in The Phantom of the Opera and In Transit, also showcased her talent in the Classic Stage Company's production of Passion in New York. more...
Ken Krugman, known for his extensive work on Broadway and national tours including Jersey Boys and Assassins, also brought his talent to the Off-Broadway production of Passion. more...
Tom Nelis, a distinguished actor with an impressive Broadway resume including "Girl From the North Country" and "Indecent," brought his extensive experience to the cast of "Passion," enhancing the production with his award-winning talent and depth of performance. more...
Ryan Silverman, who received Drama Desk and Drama League nominations for his role in Passion, has also been recognized for his performances in Side Show, Chicago, and The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. more...
Awards and Nominations
2013 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Ryan Silverman was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Stephen Bogardus was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Melissa Errico was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Jane Cox Lighting Designer
John Doyle Director
Designer
Ann Hould-Ward Costumes Designer
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
Passion FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Happiness
First Letter
Second Letter
Third Letter
Fourth Letter
I Read
Transition #1
Garden Sequence
Transition #2
Trio
Transition #3
I Wish I Could Forget You
Soldiers' Gossip #1
Flashback
Sunrise Letter
Is This What You Call Love?
Soldiers' Gossip #2
Transition #4
Forty Days
Loving You
Transition #5
Soldiers' Gossip #3
Farewell Letter
No One Has Ever Loved Me
Finale
Happiness
First Letter
Second Letter
Third Letter
Fourth Letter
I Read
Garden Sequence
Fifth Letter (Trio)
I Wish I Could Forget You
Soldier's Gossip
Flashback
Sunrise Letter
Is This What You Call Love?
Soldier's Gossip (Reprise)
Forty Days
Loving You
Soldier's Gossip (Reprise)
Farewell Letter
No One Has Ever Loved Me
Finale
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