Burn This 1987
Ages: 13+
Opened: October 14, 1987Closing: October 29, 1988
Burn This - 1987 Broadway History , Info & More
Plymouth Theatre
236 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036
"Burn This" is a powerful drama written by Lanford Wilson that premiered in 1987. The story unfolds in the bohemian art world of downtown New York City in the 1980s. It centers around Anna, a dancer grappling with grief after the death of a close friend, and Pale, a volatile restaurant owner with a hidden past. Their chance encounter ignites a passionate and intense connection, laced with raw emotions and unspoken desires. The play explores themes of loss, love, and the complexities of human relationships.
"Burn This" garnered critical praise for its raw and honest portrayal of human connection. The play delves into the characters' vulnerabilities and the challenges they face, creating a captivating and emotionally charged experience for audiences.
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Review Roundup: BURN THIS Opens On Broadway Starring Keri Russell And Adam Driver
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2019
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2019
The first revival of Pulitzer Prize Winner Lanford Wilson's Burn This starring Academy Award Nominee and three-time Emmy Award Nominee Adam Driver (Pale), Golden Globe Award Winner and Emmy Award Nominee Keri Russell (Anna), Tony Award Nominee David Furr (Burton) and Tony Award Nominee Brandon Uranowitz (Larry), opens on Broadway tonight!
Cape Playhouse to Continue Season with TALLEY'S FOLLY
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 17, 2016
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 17, 2016
The Cape Playhouse's 90th season continues with Talley's Folly, Lanford Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winner, starring Emily Kunkel and Ron Menzel. Directed by Skip Greer, it plays June 21 through July 2, with press night set for Tuesday, June 21 at 7:30 pm.
Schiff & Wright to Star in Broadway Revival of TALLEY'S FOLLY
by Robert Diamond - Mar 23, 2010
by Robert Diamond - Mar 23, 2010
Producers Phil Monat, T. Richard Fitzgerald and Randall L. Wreghitt announced today that TALLEY'S FOLLY, the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Lanford Wilson (Burn This, Fifth of July, Balm in Gilead) will have its first-ever Broadway revival as part of the 2010-2011 Season. The production will begin previews in spring 2011, with exact dates and a theater to be announced.
Classic ATW Seminars with Miller, Wilson, Etc. Are Online
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2006
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2006
Classic discussions with playwrights Arthur Miller, August Wilson, Wendy Wasserstein, Harvey Fierstein, John Guare, Alfred Uhry, and David Henry Hwang are among the newly added treasures available in the American Theatre Wing's online archive of the long-running 'Working in the Theatre' Seminars
Burn This History
Other Productions of Burn This
| 1987 | Off-Broadway |
Off-Broadway |
| 1987 | Broadway |
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| 2002 | Off-Broadway |
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| 2019 | Broadway |
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Burn This - 1987 Broadway Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners will appear on a background
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | The Hewes Awards | Scenic Design | John Lee Beatty |
| 1988 | Theatre World Awards | Performance | Eric Roberts |
| 1988 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play | Lou Liberatore |
| 1988 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play | Joan Allen |
| 1987 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actor - Play | John Malkovich |
| 1987 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor - Play | Lou Liberatore |
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