The Time of Your Life 1939
Opened: October 25, 1939The Time of Your Life - 1939 Broadway History , Info & More
Booth Theatre (Broadway)
222 West 45th St. New York, NY'In the time of our life, live - so that in that wondrous time you shall not add to the misery and sorrow of the world, but shall smile to the infinite delight and mystery of it' The Time of Your Life, a rich tapestry of human life, peopled by a profusion of wistful dreamers, pining lonely hearts, and beer-hall-philosophers, is a twentieth century American masterpiece. The Time of Your Life was first presented at The Shubert Theatre, New Haven, USA, on 7 October 1939. It was the first play to win both the New York Drama Critics' Circle award and the Pulitzer Prize. . It has been revived three times on Broadway; was filmed in 1948, starring James Cagney; and twice filmed for TV.
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Theater Stories: SUNDAY IN THE PARK, NEXT TO NORMAL, FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME & More About The Booth Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2021
Today's Theater Stories features the Booth Theatre! Learn about some of the theatre's best-known shows including Sunday in the Park with George, Next to Normal, Freestyle Love Supreme, and many more!
Susan Sarandon Wins 2018 Parajanov-Vartanov Award
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2018
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2018
The 2018 Parajanov-Vartanov Award went to Academy-award winner Susan Sarandon and American Mirror - Intimations of Immortality directed by Arthur Balder and produced by David Shara, premiered at DOC LA, Los Angeles Documentary Film Festival, presented by the Parajanov-Vartanov Institute.
Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2011
ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.
Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2011
ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.
Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 29, 2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 29, 2011
ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.
SPEND A NIGHT IN JAIL Ends Run At at American Theatre for Actors 5/23
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2010
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2010
Nutshell Productions will end its run of 'Spend a Night in Jail' including the plays HELLO OUT THERE by William Saroyan, directed by Robert Haufrecht and DEATHWATCH by Jean Genet, directed by Richard Hymes-Esposito on May 23.
SPEND A NIGHT IN JAIL Opens At at American Theatre for Actors 5/5
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2010
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2010
Nutshell Productions will present ' Spend a Night in Jail' including the plays HELLO OUT THERE by William Saroyan, directed by Robert Haufrecht and DEATHWATCH by Jean Genet, directed by Richard Hymes-Esposito.
SPEND A NIGHT IN JAIL Opens At at American Theatre for Actors 5/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 3, 2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 3, 2010
Nutshell Productions will present ' Spend a Night in Jail' including the plays HELLO OUT THERE by William Saroyan, directed by Robert Haufrecht and DEATHWATCH by Jean Genet, directed by Richard Hymes-Esposito.
American Theatre for Actors Presents SPEND A NIGHT IN JAIL Double-bill 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010
Beginning May 1, 2010 Genet and Saroyan will be on display in a double-bill at the American Theatre for Actors (314 W. 54th Street). Nutshell Productions will present ' Spend a Night in Jail' including the plays HELLO OUT THERE by William Saroyan, directed by Robert Haufrecht and DEATHWATCH by Jean Genet, directed by Richard Hymes-Esposito.
American Theatre for Actors Presents SPEND A NIGHT IN JAIL Double-bill 5/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 6, 2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 6, 2010
Beginning May 1, 2010 Genet and Saroyan will be on display in a double-bill at the American Theatre for Actors (314 W. 54th Street). Nutshell Productions will present ' Spend a Night in Jail' including the plays HELLO OUT THERE by William Saroyan, directed by Robert Haufrecht and DEATHWATCH by Jean Genet, directed by Richard Hymes-Esposito.
The Time of Your Life History
Other Productions of The Time of Your Life
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The Time of Your Life - 1939 Broadway Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners will appear on a background
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | New York Drama Critics Circle Awards | Best American Play | William Saroyan |
| 1940 | The Pulitzer Prize | The Pulitzer Prize for Drama | William Saroyan |
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