This Pulitzer Prize-winning play set in Hyde Park tells the tale of genius mathematician and University of Chicago professor Robert, who is struggling with mental illness, leaving his fiercely brilliant yet emotionally fragile daughter Catherine to pick up the pieces of her life. Caught between a new-found connection with one more...
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Larry Bryggman, a Tony-nominated actor for his role in "Proof," has an extensive career on Broadway and Off-Broadway, with notable performances in productions such as "Twelve Angry Men" and Edward Albee’s "Occupant." more...
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Adam Dannheisser, known for his versatile performances on Broadway in shows such as Proof and Rock of Ages, is an Obie Award recipient for his role in Oslo and has also garnered an Ovation Award nomination for his work in Contact. more...
Johanna Day, who earned a Tony nomination for her role in "Proof," has an extensive Broadway resume including "How I Learned to Drive," "The Nap," and "Sweat," as well as notable television appearances on shows like “Madam Secretary” and “The Blacklist.” more...
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Mary-Louise Parker, who originated the role of Catherine in the first production of "Proof" and garnered numerous awards including the Tony Award, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle, continues to shine in both theater and television. more...
Ben Shenkman, who earned a Tony Award nomination for his role in "Proof," has an extensive career spanning Broadway, television, and film, with notable performances in "Sight Unseen" and "The Deep Blue Sea." more...
Awards and Nominations
2001 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Play: Mary-Louis Parker won.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Larry Bryggman was nominated but did not win.
2001 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Larry Bryggman was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Ben Shenkman was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Mary-Louise Parker won.
2000 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress - Play: Mary-Louise Parker won.
Production Team
John Lee Beatty Scenic Designer
Pat Collins Lighting Designer
Jess Goldstein Costume Designer
John Gromada Composer
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Sound Designer
Daniel Sullivan Director
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