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Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024


Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (The Comedy of Errors, Globe), with Ekow Quartey and Amalia Vitale as Benedick and Beatrice.

Review: Patti LuPone Splendidly Sings of A LIFE IN NOTES
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 3, 2024


In the past few years, Patti LuPone has resigned from Actor’s Equity Association and suspended her legendary Broadway career, but as she proved with her Celebrity Series of Boston performance at Symphony Hall on April 2, the three-time Tony Award winner can still command a concert stage.

Vladimir Cetkar and His Jazz Soul Funk Ensemble to Perform at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024


Join international composer, guitarist, and vocalist VLADIMIR CETKAR and his JAZZ SOUL FUNK ENSEMBLE at CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Highlights From BEAUTIFUL �" THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 2, 2024


Get an extended look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL.

WAITRESS & More Set for The John W. Engeman Theater 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024


The John W. Engeman Theater has unveiled its 2024-2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Soho Rep to Present World Premiere of Raja Feather Kelly's THE FIRES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2024


Soho Rep will present The Fires, a world premiere play written and directed by Raja Feather Kelly. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Cast Set For NATIVE SON at Lifeline Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024


Casting has been announced for Chicagoan Nambi E. Kelley’s adaptation of Richard Wright’s powerful introspection on race and justice like never before. Native Son runs at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. in Rogers Park, from May 10 – June 30, 2024.

Video: First Look At BEAUTIFUL �" THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 28, 2024


Get a first look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL. Check out the cast in action in all-new video.

Video: Aaron Tveit Sings 'Younger Than Springtime' at R&H 80TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT
by Lauren Hilton - Mar 28, 2024


We feel 'Younger Than Springtime' after seeing Aaron Tveit sing the classic song from Oscar Hammerstein's South Pacific during the star-studded event, My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert, which is now available for on-demand streaming in North America through March 31.

Meet the Cast of CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


The Kit Kat Club is now open! Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, starring Academy Award and Tony Award winner Eddie Redmayne and introducing Gayle Rankin, begins previews tonight, April 1, at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Cabaret here!

Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!

Theater for the New City Presents BRING THEM BACK A Meta Dark Comedy 
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2024


Catch the new comedy BRING THEM BACK at Theater for the New City, NYC from May 9-19.

Cast and Creative Team Set for TWELFTH NIGHT at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has revealed the full cast for Twelfth Night or What You Will. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photo: First Look At BEAUTIFUL �" THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2024


Get an exclusive first look at Carole King in the Broadway musical BEAUTIFUL. The sneak peek reveals King's captivating performance, stirring anticipation among fans and theatre enthusiasts.

Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024


Goodman Theatre has revealed the initial cast for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Everything Coming to Max in April
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2024


Stream The Debut Of HBO Original Limited Series “The Sympathizer,” Max Original Unscripted Series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” HBO Original Comedy Special “Alex Edelman: Just For Us,” HBO Original Documentary Series “The Jinx – Part Two” And “The Synanon Fix,” HBO Original Documentaries “Brandy Hellville & The Cult Of Fast Fashion” and more.

Cast Set For ANTONY & CLEOPATRA From Red Bull Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024


RED BULL THEATER has announced the complete cast for the next offering of a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: Antony & Cleopatra.

Olivier Award-Winner Katie Brayben and Andrew Rannells Will Lead TAMMY FAYE on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Initial casting has been announced for the Broadway production of the acclaimed musical TAMMY FAYE. Two-time Olivier Award winner Katie Brayben will recreate her Olivier Award-winning performance as Tammy Faye Bakker, and Tony Award nominee Andrew Rannells will reprise his Olivier-nominated performance as Jim Bakker. TAMMY FAYE will begin preview performances on October 19th and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at Broadway's Palace Theater. 

Patti LuPone & More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Stratford Festival Posts Surplus For 2023 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 20, 2024


The Stratford Festival has concluded the 2023 season with a surplus. Learn more here!

Full Cast Set For THE CHERRY ORCHARD at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024


Discover the full cast of Chekhov’s THE CHERRY ORCHARD, in a new version adapted and directed by Benedict Andrews, announced by Donmar Warehouse.

Video: Go Behind The Scenes Of Guthrie's THE HISTORY PLAYS Set Design
by Joshua Wright - Mar 18, 2024


Watch as Scene Shop Supervisor Jesse Delaney as he breaks down the complex build process happening in the scene shop for the History Plays: RICHARD II, HENRY IV and HENRY V at the Guthrie Theatre. 

Captain Planet Foundation Raises More Than $800,000 at Annual Gala
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 17, 2024


Captain Planet Foundation's annual gala raises over $800,000, honoring environmental heroes Josh Bernstein and Oluwaseyi Moejoh for their significant contributions to the planet's preservation.

Great Barrington Public Theater & Triplex Cinema Partner on Fundraiser This April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2024


The Triplex Cinema and Great Barrington Public Theater have announced a special screening of the recent film Freud’s Last Session based on the Mark St. Germain play that originally premiered in 2009 at the Barrington Stage Company.

The Plays of William Shakespeare- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 17, 2024


Looking to brush up your Shakespeare? Though they were written over 400 years ago, the his plays continue to enthrall readers and theater enthusiasts alike. Let BroadwayWorld be your guide to insights and appreciation for the enduring brilliance of the Bard's literary legacy.

Other Productions of King Richard II

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1982   Off-Broadway
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1987   Off-Broadway
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1998   Off-Broadway
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2006   Off-Broadway
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2011   Off-Broadway Pearl Theatre Company Production
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2011   West End Donmar Warehouse Production
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2021   Off-Broadway Shakespeare in the Park Production
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King Richard II - Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Play Ralph Fiennes
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Play Jonathan Kent
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Play Oliver Ford Davies
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival - Play Richard II

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