Danny and the Deep Blue Sea 1984 - Articles Page 2

Ages: 14+
Opened: June 6, 1984
Closing: September 16, 1984

Danny and the Deep Blue Sea - 1984 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Circle in the Square (Downtown)
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The setting is a rundown bar in the Bronx, where two of society’s rejects, Danny and Roberta, strike up a halting conversation over their beer. He is a brooding, self-loathing young man who resorts more to violence than reason; she is a divorced, guilt-ridden young woman whose troubled teenage son is now being cared for by her parents. Danny, whose fellow truck drivers call him “the animal,” seems incapable of tender emotion, while Roberta, who is still haunted by the memory of an ugly sexual incident involving her father, is distrustful of men in general. And yet, as their initial reserve begins to melt, and they decide to spend the night together, the possibility of a genuine and meaningful relationship begins to emerge—the first for both of them. In the end there are no facile, easy answers, but thanks to the playwright’s skill and compassion, both characters are able to probe within themselves to find an exorcism and forgiveness that, while painfully achieved, offers the hope of a future touched, at last, with more than the bitterness and loneliness that had been their lot before their fateful meeting.

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Mother Bar and Kitchen Presents DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA By John Patrick Shanley
by Julie Musbach - Apr 25, 2019


Come to MOTHER for this unique opportunity to enjoy an immersive live theatre experience!

Tony Bennett Headlines 40th Ravinia Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2019


 In 1962, fifty-seven years ago, the magnificent TONY BENNETT recorded "I Left My Heart in San Francisco."  The song was honored with two Grammy Awards, including "Record of the Year" and gave Tony a signature tune that, as he delights in saying, has made him "A Citizen of the World."  Last March, the classic was entered into the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress as "an aural treasure worthy of preservation." Now in 2019, and about to turn an ageless 93, the legendary performer -  himself a world treasure - continues to leave his heart in each song that he sings and in every aspect of his life.

DANNY And The DEEP BLUE SEA Dives Under St. Marks Theatre in October
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2018


'Danny and the Deep Blue Sea' by John Patrick Shanley will be presented at Under St. Marks Theatre from October 18th through November 4th with Thursday through Sunday performances. Aimee Fortier directs. Mary Marxen is co-producer. The cast features Brian Patrick Murphy* and Lisa Fernandez*. *(Member of Actors Equity)

Eastern Connecticut State University Performing Arts Department Theatre to Present DOUBT & PORNOGRAPHY
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 27, 2015


Eastern Connecticut State University Performing Arts Department Theatre program will present two award-winning contemporary plays this Fall 2015 dealing with issues so prevalent and relevant that one might think these plays were written based upon the news in today's headlines. Simon Stephens' Pornography to be directed by David Pellegrini will run October 6-11, 2015 and Patrick Shanley's Doubt, A Parable to be directed by Alycia Bright-Holland will run October 27-November 1, 2015. Both shows will be presented Tuesday-Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 4pm in Harry Hope Theatre (Shafer Hall, ground floor; corner of High and Valley Streets, Willimantic, CT).

Photo Flash: Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Begins Previews Tonight - Meet the Cast
by Robert Diamond - Oct 3, 2012


ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!

ATC Opens 2012-13 Season with The Catholic Repertory: DOUBT and AGNES OF GOD, Now thru 11/4
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2012


American Theater Company announces two American classics never-before-paired on a single night-The Catholic Repertory: Doubt & Agnes of God-directed by ATC Artistic Director PJ Paparelli and featuring Ensemble Member Sadieh Rifai, Lance Baker, Penelope Walker and Kate Skinner.

ATC Opens 2012-13 Season with The Catholic Repertory: DOUBT and AGNES OF GOD, 9/27-11/4
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2012


American Theater Company announces two American classics never-before-paired on a single night-The Catholic Repertory: Doubt & Agnes of God-directed by ATC Artistic Director PJ Paparelli and featuring Ensemble Member Sadieh Rifai, Lance Baker, Penelope Walker and Kate Skinner.

Photo Flash: Meet the Full Cast of ANNIE, Now in Rehearsal!
by Meet the Cast - Aug 16, 2012


ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!

Pacific Theatre's 2011-2012 Season To Include TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2011


For 27 years Pacific Theatre has been devoted to creating theatre that matters, using richly diverse seasonal offerings to examine the spiritual side of human existence.

THE WAKE At Berkeley Rep Closes 6/27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2010


This spring, Berkeley Repertory Theatre and Center Theatre Group present In the Wake, a powerful world premiere from the creators of Broadway's Well. Obie Award-winners Lisa Kron and Leigh Silverman reunite for a searing show which questions whether we as Americans appreciate our freedom.

Lisa Kron and Leigh Silverman Reunite In THE WAKE At Berkeley Rep 5/19
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2010


This spring, Berkeley Repertory Theatre and Center Theatre Group present In the Wake, a powerful world premiere from the creators of Broadway's Well. Obie Award-winners Lisa Kron and Leigh Silverman reunite for a searing show which questions whether we as Americans appreciate our freedom.

Lisa Kron and Leigh Silverman Reunite In THE WAKE At Berkeley Rep 5/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 31, 2010


This spring, Berkeley Repertory Theatre and Center Theatre Group present In the Wake, a powerful world premiere from the creators of Broadway's Well. Obie Award-winners Lisa Kron and Leigh Silverman reunite for a searing show which questions whether we as Americans appreciate our freedom.

DOUBT, With Seana McKenna, Plays The Canadian Stage 5/4-5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company wraps its 2008.2009 season with Doubt, a parable, the award-winning play that's taken North America by storm. The production stars Canadian theatre icons Seana McKenna (Canadian Stage's The Clean House, Wit) and David Storch (Canadian Stage's Frost/Nixon and director of Palace of the End), and is helmed by renowned director Marti Maraden (Canadian Stage's Trying).

Photo Flash: DOUBT, A Parable At Canadian Stage Company
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 5, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company wraps its 2008.2009 season with Doubt, a parable, the award-winning play that's taken North America by storm. The production stars Canadian theatre icons Seana McKenna (Canadian Stage's The Clean House, Wit) and David Storch (Canadian Stage's Frost/Nixon and director of Palace of the End), and is helmed by renowned director Marti Maraden (Canadian Stage's Trying). The production runs from through May 30, 2009 (media night: May 7) at the Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front Street East. For tickets and information, contact 416-368-3110 or canstage.com.

DOUBT, With Seana McKenna, Plays The Canadian Stage 5/4-5/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 20, 2009


The Canadian Stage Company wraps its 2008.2009 season with Doubt, a parable, the award-winning play that's taken North America by storm. The production stars Canadian theatre icons Seana McKenna (Canadian Stage's The Clean House, Wit) and David Storch (Canadian Stage's Frost/Nixon and director of Palace of the End), and is helmed by renowned director Marti Maraden (Canadian Stage's Trying).

Imperiolis and Shanley on Friday's THEATER TALK
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2004


MICHAEL and VICTORIA IMPERIOLI of Studio Dante; Plus Playwright JOHN PATRICK SHANLEY on This Week's THEATER TALK

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Danny and the Deep Blue Sea - 1984 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

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1985 Obie Awards Performance John Turturro
1985 Theatre World Awards Performance John Turturro

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