Face of a Hero 1960

Opened: October 20, 1960

Face of a Hero - 1960 - Broadway History , Info & More

Eugene O'Neill Theatre (Broadway)
230 West 49th St. New York, NY

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Face of a Hero FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Face of a Hero have there been?
Face of a Hero has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1960.
What awards has Face of a Hero been nominated for?
Face of a Hero has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards, specifically for Sandy Dennis.
What awards has Face of a Hero won?
Face of a Hero has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Sandy Dennis.

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