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The Shape of Things 2001

Opened: October 10, 2001
Closing: January 20, 2002

The Shape of Things - 2001 Off-Broadway History , Info & More


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Paul Rudd Joins ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season Three
by Michael Major - Aug 23, 2022


Paul Rudd has joined the cast of the upcoming third season of Only Murders in the Building. Rudd wil portray Broadway star Ben Glenroy in the new season after making a cameo appearance in the season two finale. It has not yet been revealed if Rudd will be a series regular or guest star.

Report: Paul Rudd, Rashida Jones Finalizing Deals for ANT-MAN
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 24, 2013


Schmoes Knows, who scooped the recent Tim Burton/BEETLEJUICE sequel news last week, claims that sources have confirmed that Paul Rudd and Rashida Jones are finalizing their deals to lead Edgar Wright's upcoming film, following Henry Pym, 'a brilliant scientist who invented a substance that allowed him to change his size.' Jones would play Janet Van Dyne, later known as The Wasp.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt & Paul Rudd Frontrunners for ANT-MAN
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 14, 2013


Sources have confirmed that the duo will be meeting with Marvel execs and Wright an additional time before any deal is offered. The publication also reports that an additional actor may also be approached, though a name was not given.

NBC Picks Up Neil LaBute's HARMONY HOUSE Romantic Comedy Series
by TV News Desk - Sep 11, 2013


Deadline reports that NBC has locked a deal with playwright and screenwriter Neil LaBute for his new romantic comedy series HARMONY HOUSE.

VIDEO: GRACE's Paul Rudd Reads 'Letterman Top Ten' List
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 20, 2012


GRACE star Paul Rudd delivered last night's Top Ten list on CBS's 'Late Show With David Letterman.' The list focused on an unfortunate event that took place at Grace's Cort Theatre last week, when a sickened audience member vomited from the balcony. Below, check out the Broadway star sharing the 'Top Ten Thoughts That Went Through Paul Rudd's Mind When An Audience Member Vomited' on last night's show!

GRACE to Host Post-Show Talkback With Author Elizabeth Gilbert, 10/17
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 15, 2012


GRACE on Broadway has announced that international best-selling author Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat Pray Love) will participate in a post-show conversation about the play as it relates to issues of faith directly following the Wednesday, October 17th at 7pm performance of the show.

Cast of GRACE Appears at Apple Store Soho, Hosts Guest Talkbacks, Beginning Today, Oct 8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2012


Grace, the acclaimed dark comedy written by award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), today announced a series of special events throughout the month of October in support of the the show's Broadway premiere.

Cast of GRACE to Appear at Apple Store Soho, Host Guest Talkbacks, Beginning October 8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2012


Grace, the acclaimed dark comedy written by award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), today announced a series of special events throughout the month of October in support of the the show's Broadway premiere.

GRACE Box Office Opens at Cort Theatre Today, 8/23
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2012


Producers announced today that the box office at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street) is open for business in anticipation of its new tenant: the Broadway Premiere of Grace, the acclaimed dark comedy written by award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG).

Tickets Go On Sale Today for GRACE, Starring Paul Rudd and Michael Shannon
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 20, 2012


Tickets for the Broadway Premiere of Grace, the acclaimed American play written by Award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), are now on sale to the general public, via Telecharge.com or by calling (212) 239-6200.

Paul Rudd-Led GRACE to Open at Cort Theatre on October 4
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 9, 2012


Producers Debbie Bisno, Fox Theatricals, Jed Bernstein and Paula Wagner announced today that the Broadway Premiere of Grace, the acclaimed American play written by Award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), will play The Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street). The strictly limited engagement begins performances on Thursday, September 13th, with an official opening night set for Thursday, October 4, 2012.

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The Shape of Things - 2001 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Featured Actor Frederick Weller
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Featured Actress Gretchen Mol
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Play Susan Quint Gallin
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Play Sandy Gallin
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Play Stuart Thompson
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Play Ben Sprecher
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Play USA/OSTAR Theatricals
2002 Theatre World Awards Performance Gretchen Mol
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Play Neil LaBute

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