The Amen Corner 1965

Opened: April 15, 1965

The Amen Corner - 1965 - Broadway History , Info & More

Ethel Barrymore Theatre (Broadway)
243 West 47th St. New York, NY

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Live at the Lortel Announces January and February Guests
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2022


Lucille Lortel Theatre has announced the first guests of 2022 for its “Live at The Lortel” podcast series. Now in its third season, “Live at The Lortel” is hosted by Eric Ostrow and co-hosts Joy DeMichelle and John-Andrew Morrison.

Shakespeare Theatre Company Announces 2019-2020 Season - PETER PAN, MUCH ADO, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2019


Incoming Artistic Director Simon Godwin today announces Shakespeare Theatre Company's 2019-2020 Season. Godwin's debut season highlights his artistic aspirations for the company to create high quality, exciting, inclusive theatre. Godwin states, This is not my season, but ours, everybody's season.

Goodman Theatre Kicks Off Citywide Lorraine Hansberry Celebration Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 30, 2016


In conjunction with a production of playwright Lorraine Hansberry's final work, The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window, Goodman Theatre presents a Lorraine Hansberry Celebration (today, April 30, through June 5), curated by Goodman Resident Director Chuck Smith.

Goodman Theatre to Host Citywide Lorraine Hansberry Celebration This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2016


In conjunction with a production of playwright Lorraine Hansberry's final work, The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window, Goodman Theatre presents a Lorraine Hansberry Celebration (April 30 - June 5), curated by Goodman Resident Director Chuck Smith.

Actors' Equity Association Celebrates Black History Month with WE LOVE YOU SHIRLEY Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 29, 2016


Actors' Equity Association's National EEO Committee celebrates Black History Month with We Love You Shirley tonight, February 29th.

Actors' Equity Association Will Celebrate Black History Month with WE LOVE YOU SHIRLEY
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 26, 2016


Actors' Equity Association's National EEO Committee will celebrate Black History Month with We Love You Shirley on Monday, February 29th.  The event is open to the public and will be held in Equity's Council Room, 165 West 46 Street, 14th floor.  The event begins at 7 p.m.  Seating is limited and is on a first come, first serve basis.

Photo Flash: Harry Groener and More at Opening of Guthrie's APPOMATTOX
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 9, 2012


Appomattox, a sprawling political epic by Christopher Hampton taking place in 1865 and 1965 at the close of the American Civil War and the pivotal Civil Rights Era, opened Friday, October 5 at the Guthrie Theater to continue the Hampton Celebration. The play runs until November 11 on the Guthrie's McGuire Proscenium Stage, and is directed by David Esbjornson (Broadway/London: Driving Miss Daisy, A Few Good Men; Broadway: The Goat or Who is Sylvia?, The Ride Down Mt. Morgan; Guthrie: The Great Gatsby, Resurrection Blues). Check out photos from opening night below!

Harry Groener, Sally Wingert and More Set for CHRISTOPHER HAMPTON CELEBRATION at Guthrie Theatre, 9/15-10/27
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 28, 2012


The Guthrie Theater today announced the full casts, comprising 39 actors, for the three plays of the Christopher Hampton Celebration. The previously announced celebration of the multi-faceted writer's work will occupy all three of the Guthrie's stages in an immersive and illuminating theatrical experience, with diverse casts tackling dynamic roles torn from the pages of world history.

The Amen Corner FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Amen Corner have there been?
The Amen Corner has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1965.
What awards has The Amen Corner been nominated for?
The Amen Corner has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards, specifically for Beah Richards.
What awards has The Amen Corner won?
The Amen Corner has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Beah Richards.

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