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Shakespeare for My Father

Full-Length Play, Drama  /  1w

Lynn Redgrave

Lynn Redgrave's autobiographical play, featuring monologues from some of Shakespeare's greatest works, intertwines contemporary narrative storytelling with brilliant excerpts from Elizabethan theatre.

Shakespeare for My Father

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w
  • Duration
    Duration
    120 minutes (2 hours)
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Adaptations (Shakespeare), Biography
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult
Accolades
Accolades
  • Nominee: 1993 Drama Desk Award, Outstanding One-Person Show

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Summary
In the renowned actress's first foray into playwriting, family reminiscences develop into a complex, funny, and moving portrait of a child's longing for the love of the inscrutable, daunting, and charismatic Shakespearean actor who was her father. Acclaimed in America and Great Britain, Shakespeare for My Father weaves scenes from the Bard that delightfully coalesce with events in Ms. Redgrave's young life, eliciting memories of Sir Michael and engaging impressions of the celebrated stars who frequented the Redgrave's home and lives.
History
Shakespeare for my Father premiered on Broadway at the Helen Hayes Theatre on April 26, 1993. Directed by John Clark, the production starred author Lynn Redgrave and ran for 266 performances.
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Performing Groups
  • Time Period Present Day
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Duration 120 minutes (2 hours)

Media

“An enormously entertaining biographical voyage.” – New York Post

“A pleasure and a privilege to watch.” – The New York Times

“Combines wit, technical skill and human feeling... the evening is sometimes heart-churning, but laughter is never far away.” – The London Times

“An original, funny, often fascinating... blend of art and psychotherapy.” – Time

“Offers a glimpse of life in the rarefied company of Olivier, Burton, Lunt and Fontanne, sister Vanessa and brother Corin... by turns funny, poignant and melodramatic.” – Variety

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  • Minimum Fee: $120 per performance

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Lynn Redgrave

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