When writer Suzanne Alexander (Audra McDonald) returns to her alma mater as a guest speaker, in which she explores the violence in her works, a dark mystery unravels. Adrienne Kennedy's Ohio State Murders is an intriguing and unusual suspense play, as well as a social pertinent look at the destructiveness of racism in our society.
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Brett Diggs, a SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Theatre Arts & Film graduate from Baltimore, MD, previously graced the Broadway stage in "Ohio State Murders," bringing his diverse experience from notable productions like "Buzzer" at The Public Theater and TV series such as “The Equalizer” and “Blue Bloods.” more...
Mister Fitzgerald, who has previously showcased his talent in productions such as the Blue Man Group and Rio Uphill, was a notable cast member in Ohio State Murders. more...
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Brooke Gardner, a 2019 Pace University graduate with a BFA in Acting, made her Broadway debut in Ohio State Murders, showcasing her versatile talent that spans film, television, and theater. more...
Audra McDonald, a six-time Tony Award winner and versatile artist, brought her unparalleled talent to the stage in "Ohio State Murders," adding another remarkable performance to her illustrious career. more...
Lizan Mitchell, known for her extensive work on Broadway in productions such as Electra and Having Our Say, brought her remarkable talent to the stage in Ohio State Murders, adding another layer of depth to her already impressive career. more...
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Christian Pedersen, who served as the understudy for Robert Hampshire in "Ohio State Murders," has an impressive resume, having recently appeared in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" at the Curran Theatre in San Francisco, and boasts numerous Off-Broadway and regional theater credits. more...
Bryce Pinkham, widely recognized for his Tony-nominated role as Monty Navarro in *A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder*, has an extensive Broadway repertoire that includes original roles in *Holiday Inn*, *The Great Society*, *Ghost*, and *Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson*. more...
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Gayle Samuels, who has earned acclaim for her performances in productions such as Lady Day At Emerson’s Bar & Grill and Fences, was a standout in Ohio State Murders, bringing her extensive stage experience to the compelling drama. more...
Abigail Stephenson, making her Broadway debut in Ohio State Murders, has previously graced the stage in the world premiere of Knoxville at Asolo Rep and Hi, My Name is Ben at Goodspeed Musicals, and appeared on TV in “The Good Fight.” more...
Awards and Nominations
2023 Tony Awards
Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Audra McDonald was nominated but did not win.
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