One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 1971 - Articles Page 2

Opened: March 23, 1971
Closing: September 16, 1973

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - 1971 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Mercer Arts Center
Mercer/West 3rd New York, NY

This stage adaptation of Ken Kesey's celebrated novel explores the brutality of life in a mental institution with humor, candor, and unforgettable characters.



After being convicted of a petty crime, a charming, rebellious rogue named McMurphy contrives to serve his short sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in a prison. This, he soon learns, was a mistake. He immediately clashes with the authoritarian head nurse, a fierce martinet named Nurse Ratched. Despite Ratched's strict reign, McMurphy quickly takes over the yard, leading others out of introversion, staging a revolt so that they can see the World Series on television, and arranging a rollicking midnight party with liquor and women. But McMurphy's brash insubordination has its consequences; Ratched ultimately triumphs by subjecting McMurphy to a frontal lobotomy.

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Gigi Bermingham Stars in International City Theatre's MASTER CLASS, Now thru 4/14
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2013


Gigi Bermingham will star as internationally renowned opera diva Maria Callas when International City Theatre (ICT) presents Terrence McNally's Tony Award-winning Master Class. Todd Nielsen directs a four-week run beginning March 22 at ICT, located in the Long Beach Performing Arts Center. Two low-priced previews are set for tonight, March 20 and 21.

Alley Theatre Presents A FEW GOOD MEN, Now thru 3/24
by BWW News Desk - Mar 1, 2013


Bringing together an outstanding, large cast with a world-class artistic team, Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd directs Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men. This epic production brings this captivating military courtroom drama to life. A Few Good Men runs tonight, March 1 through March 24, 2013, on the Hubbard Stage.

Alley Theatre to Present A FEW GOOD MEN, 3/1-24
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2013


Bringing together an outstanding, large cast with a world-class artistic team, Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd directs Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men. This epic production brings this captivating military courtroom drama to life. A Few Good Men runs March 1 through March 24, 2013, on the Hubbard Stage.

Gigi Bermingham to Star in International City Theatre's MASTER CLASS, 3/20-4/14
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2013


Gigi Bermingham will star as internationally renowned opera diva Maria Callas when International City Theatre (ICT) presents Terrence McNally's Tony Award-winning Master Class. Todd Nielsen directs a four-week run beginning March 22 at ICT, located in the Long Beach Performing Arts Center. Two low-priced previews are set for March 20 and 21.

BEST OF WARNER BROS. 20 FILM COLLECTIONS: MUSICALS Set for Release Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2013


Warner Home Video will release two new DVD box sets early in the first quarter as part of their 90th Anniversary initiative running throughout 2013: The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Best Pictures (January 29) and The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Musicals (today, February 12).

BEST OF WARNER BROS. 20 FILM COLLECTIONS: MUSICALS Set for Release Feb 12
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013


Warner Home Video will release two new DVD box sets early in the first quarter as part of their 90th Anniversary initiative running throughout 2013: The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Best Pictures (January 29) and The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Musicals (February 12).

Warner Bros Announces First Quarter 90th Anniversary Releases: Best of Musicals and Best Picture DVD Box Sets
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 6, 2012


Warner Home Video will release two new DVD box sets early in the first quarter as part of their 90th Anniversary initiative running throughout 2013: The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Best Pictures (January 29) and The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Musicals (February 5).

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Opens at Broadway's Booth Theatre Tonight, October 13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2012


Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? opens this evening, Saturday, October 13, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962.

Warner Bros. to Release Restored 3D Edition of THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 4, 2012


Warner Bros. announced today that the 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz will be fully restored and converted into 3D, as a part of the studio's 90th Anniversary celebration next year. The film is currently being restored and will be released on Blu-ray 3D in either September or October of next year.

Mile Square Theatre Launches Fall Performance Fest Today, 9/29
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2012


Mile Square Theatre, Hudson County's leading professional theatre, announces the MST Fall Performance Fest, a series that offers an exciting, eclectic blend of affordable entertainment, running select evenings at the Monroe Theaterspace from today, September 29 to October 14.

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Begins Previews Tonight at Booth Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 27, 2012


Preview performances of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? begin this evening, Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street). Opening night is set for Saturday, October 13, 2012, exactly 50 years to the day of the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962.

Mile Square Theatre to Launch Fall Performance Fest 9/29
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 6, 2012


Mile Square Theatre, Hudson County's leading professional theatre, announces the MST Fall Performance Fest, a series that offers an exciting, eclectic blend of affordable entertainment, running select evenings at the Monroe Theaterspace from September 29 to October 14.

Steppenwolf's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? to Preview on Broadway Sept. 27, 2012; Understudy EPAs Set for Jun. 5
by Jessica Lewis - May 17, 2012


According to an Equity Audition notice, the Steppenwolf's production of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf will begin previews on Broadway on September 27, 2012 in anticipation of its previously announced October 13, 2012 opening at a Shubert Theatre to be announced. Pam Mackinnon will continue to helm the project. Jerry Frankel, Jeffrey Richards Susan Q. Gallin and Mary Lu Roffe will produce.

Zooey Deschanel to Lead Broadway-Bound COAL MINER'S DAUGHTER as Loretta Lynn
by Kelsey Denette - May 11, 2012


In 1976, Coal Miner's Daughter, country star Loretta Lynn's autobiography (written with journalist George Vecsey) became a New York Times Bestseller; in 1980 the book was made into an Academy Award-winning film starring Sissy Spacek and Tommy Lee Jones. Now, it's headed for Broadway, with actress Zooey Deschanel playing Loretta Lynn.

Jermyn Street Theatre’s MOTHER ADAM Features Linda Marlowe, Jasper Britton, Now thru June 2
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2012


Jermyn Street Theatre presents MOTHER ADAM by Charles Dyer, directed by Gene David Kirk and featuring designer Cherry Truluck, lighting and sound design by Phil Hewitt. The show runs tonight, May 8th to June 2nd at the Jermyn Street Theatre.

Jeffrey Bean, James Black and More Set for Alley Theatre's THE SEAFARER, 4/6-4/29
by BWW News Desk - Apr 6, 2012


Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd announces the cast and creative team for the Alley Theatre's production of the Conor McPherson's THE SEAFARER. The Seafarer, by Conor McPherson and directed by Gregory Boyd, begins previews Friday April 6, opens Wednesday April 11 and runs through Sunday, April 29, 2012 on the Hubbard Stage. Tickets start at $25 and are available for purchase at www.alleytheatre.org, at the Alley Theatre Box Office, 615 Texas Avenue, or by calling 713.220.5700. Groups of 10 or more can receive special concierge services and select discounts by calling 713.220.5700 and asking for the group sales department.

Jermyn Street Theatre’s MOTHER ADAM to Feature Linda Marlowe, Jasper Britton, May 8
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 4, 2012


Jermyn Street Theatre presents MOTHER ADAM by Charles Dyer, directed by Gene David Kirk and featuring designer Cherry Truluck, lighting and sound design by Phil Hewitt. The show runs May 8th to June 2nd at the Jermyn Street Theatre.

Jeffrey Bean, James Black and More Set for Alley Theatre's THE SEAFARER, 4/6-4/29
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2012


Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd announces the cast and creative team for the Alley Theatre's production of the Conor McPherson's THE SEAFARER. The Seafarer, by Conor McPherson and directed by Gregory Boyd, begins previews Friday April 6, opens Wednesday April 11 and runs through Sunday, April 29, 2012 on the Hubbard Stage. Tickets start at $25 and are available for purchase at www.alleytheatre.org, at the Alley Theatre Box Office, 615 Texas Avenue, or by calling 713.220.5700. Groups of 10 or more can receive special concierge services and select discounts by calling 713.220.5700 and asking for the group sales department.

BWW Reviews: COSI, The Kings Head Theatre, June 28 2011
by Gary Naylor - Jun 28, 2011


Gary Naylor seeks asylum from steamy London heat in a theatre in an asylum in a theatre.

HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival Celebrates 19th Anniversary 6/20-8/22
by Charlie Piane - May 12, 2011


Once again, Bryant Park will be a destination for film buffs on summer nights in New York City, with an all-star legendary film line up for the 19th year of the HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival presented by Bank of Americaand in association with The Bryant Park Corporation.

Steppenwolf's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Heads for Broadway in 2012
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 26, 2011


In celebration of its 50 year anniversary, the critically-acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? will open on Broadway Saturday, October 13, 2012-exactly 50 years to the date after the play's original Broadway opening on Saturday, October 13, 1962. Directed by Pam MacKinnon, the Broadway production will feature the original Steppenwolf cast: ensemble members Tracy Letts and Amy Morton with Carrie Coon and Madison Dirks and will open at a Shubert Theatre TBA.

Court Theatre Presents THREE TALL WOMEN, Closes 2/13
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2011


Court Theatre continues its 56th season with Edward Albee's Three Tall Women, directed by Artistic Director Charles Newell. The production will close February 13, 2011 at Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis Avenue.

Letts, Dirks, Coon et al. Set for Arena Stage's Edward Albee Festival, 2/25-04/24
by Lauren Wolman - Jan 29, 2011


Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater continues its inaugural season this spring with an unparalleled tribute to one of the nation's greatest living playwrights, Edward Albee. The company has mounted a two-month festival featuring 30 events, making nearly every one of his plays available in performance spaces throughout the Mead Center.

Letts, Coon, Morton Lead Signature's Edward Albee Fest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 27, 2011


Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater continues its inaugural season this spring with an unparalleled tribute to one of the nation's greatest living playwrights, Edward Albee.

Court Theatre Presents THREE TALL WOMEN 1/13-2/13/2011
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2011


Court Theatre continues its 56th season with Edward Albee's Three Tall Women, directed by Artistic Director Charles Newell. The production will run January 13 - February 13, 2011 at Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis Avenue.

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