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"MASTER HAROLD"...and the boys 1982 - Articles Page 3

Opened: May 4, 1982
Closing: February 26, 1983

"MASTER HAROLD"...and the boys - 1982 Broadway History , Info & More

Lyceum Theatre (Broadway)
149 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

The role that won Zakes Mokae a Tony Award brought Danny Glover back to the New York stage for the Roundabout Theatre's revival of this searing coming of age story, considered by many to be Fugard's masterpiece. A white teen who has grown up in the affectionate company of the two black waiters who work in his mother's tea room in Port Elizabeth learns that his viciously racist alcoholic father is on his way home from the hospital. An ensuing rage unwittingly triggers his inevitable passage into the culture of hatred fostered by apartheid.


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Palm Beach Dramaworks Presents MASTER HAROLD...and the boys
by Beau Higgins - Mar 20, 2012


Based on Anthol Fugard's early life in South Africa, 'MASTER HAROLD'...and the boys tells the story of Willie and Sam, two black waiters who work in the St. George's Park Tea Room, and Hally, the tea room owner's son. Hally has known Willie and Sam all his life, and is very fond of them both; however, on one rainy day in 1950 their wide-ranging discussions illustrate all that unites us and the gulf that still divides us. Considered to be one of Fugard's greatest pieces, '"Master Harold"…and the boys" tells the universal story of human relationships that are put to the test by societal and personal forces.

Palm Beach Dramaworks Presents MASTER HAROLD...and the boys
by Beau Higgins - Mar 18, 2012


Based on Anthol Fugard's early life in South Africa, 'MASTER HAROLD'...and the boys tells the story of Willie and Sam, two black waiters who work in the St. George's Park Tea Room, and Hally, the tea room owner's son. Hally has known Willie and Sam all his life, and is very fond of them both; however, on one rainy day in 1950 their wide-ranging discussions illustrate all that unites us and the gulf that still divides us. Considered to be one of Fugard's greatest pieces, '"Master Harold"…and the boys" tells the universal story of human relationships that are put to the test by societal and personal forces.

Palm Beach Dramaworks Presents MASTER HAROLD...and the boys
by Beau Higgins - Mar 11, 2012


Based on Anthol Fugard's early life in South Africa, 'MASTER HAROLD'...and the boys tells the story of Willie and Sam, two black waiters who work in the St. George's Park Tea Room, and Hally, the tea room owner's son. Hally has known Willie and Sam all his life, and is very fond of them both; however, on one rainy day in 1950 their wide-ranging discussions illustrate all that unites us and the gulf that still divides us. Considered to be one of Fugard's greatest pieces, '"Master Harold"…and the boys" tells the universal story of human relationships that are put to the test by societal and personal forces.

Rubicon Theatre Company Presents MASTER HAROLD AND THE BOYS, 2/12
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2011


Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 Season with MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS, a powerful and compelling drama by Athol Fugard which begins previews February 9 at Rubicon's intimate 195-seat home in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District. Set in the 1950s, MASTER HAROLD is the story of an adolescent white South African torn between his relationship with the black waiters who have befriended and cared for him, and the principles instilled in him by his father, an injured war veteran who is alternately absent and abusive. Recipient of the New York Drama Desk Award and London's Evening Standard for Best Play, this gripping drama has much to say about how racism can be passed from one generation to the next. Directed by Rubicon Associate Producer BRIAN McDONALD, the production features DANIEL STEWART, ANTHONY (TONY) HANEY and CHRIS MADDOX.

Rubicon Theatre Company Presents MASTER HAROLD AND THE BOYS, 2/12
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2011


Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 Season with MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS, a powerful and compelling drama by Athol Fugard which begins previews February 9 at Rubicon's intimate 195-seat home in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District. Set in the 1950s, MASTER HAROLD is the story of an adolescent white South African torn between his relationship with the black waiters who have befriended and cared for him, and the principles instilled in him by his father, an injured war veteran who is alternately absent and abusive. Recipient of the New York Drama Desk Award and London's Evening Standard for Best Play, this gripping drama has much to say about how racism can be passed from one generation to the next. Directed by Rubicon Associate Producer BRIAN McDONALD, the production features DANIEL STEWART, ANTHONY (TONY) HANEY and CHRIS MADDOX.

Rubicon Theatre Co Presents MASTER HAROLD…AND THE BOYS, Previews 2/9
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2011


Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 Season with MASTER HAROLD…AND THE BOYS, a powerful and compelling drama by Athol Fugard which begins previews February 9 at Rubicon's intimate 195-seat home in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District.

Rubicon Theatre Company Presents MASTER HAROLD AND THE BOYS, 2/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 7, 2011


Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 Season with MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS, a powerful and compelling drama by Athol Fugard which begins previews February 9 at Rubicon's intimate 195-seat home in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District. Set in the 1950s, MASTER HAROLD is the story of an adolescent white South African torn between his relationship with the black waiters who have befriended and cared for him, and the principles instilled in him by his father, an injured war veteran who is alternately absent and abusive. Recipient of the New York Drama Desk Award and London's Evening Standard for Best Play, this gripping drama has much to say about how racism can be passed from one generation to the next. Directed by Rubicon Associate Producer BRIAN McDONALD, the production features DANIEL STEWART, ANTHONY (TONY) HANEY and CHRIS MADDOX.

Rubicon Theatre Company Presents MASTER HAROLD AND THE BOYS, 2/12
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 26, 2011


Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 Season with MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS, a powerful and compelling drama by Athol Fugard which begins previews February 9 at Rubicon's intimate 195-seat home in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District. Set in the 1950s, MASTER HAROLD is the story of an adolescent white South African torn between his relationship with the black waiters who have befriended and cared for him, and the principles instilled in him by his father, an injured war veteran who is alternately absent and abusive. Recipient of the New York Drama Desk Award and London's Evening Standard for Best Play, this gripping drama has much to say about how racism can be passed from one generation to the next. Directed by Rubicon Associate Producer BRIAN McDONALD, the production features DANIEL STEWART, ANTHONY (TONY) HANEY and CHRIS MADDOX.

Rubicon Theatre Co Presents MASTER HAROLD…AND THE BOYS, Previews 2/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 13, 2011


Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2010-2011 Season with MASTER HAROLD…AND THE BOYS, a powerful and compelling drama by Athol Fugard which begins previews February 9 at Rubicon's intimate 195-seat home in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District.

MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS Closes the Curtain at Portland Stage, 3/2-3/21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2010


MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS, a play by Athol Fugard, will ends its run at the Portland Stage on 21st.

TimeLine Will Close the Curtain on MASTER HAROLD... AND THE BOYS, 3/21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2010


TimeLine Theatre Company will close its production of Athol Fugard's ‘Master Harold' ... and the Boys, directed by Jonathan Wilson, on March 21st at the TimeLine Theatre. The production was a part of TimeLine's 13th season.

MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS Hits Portland Stage, 3/2-3/21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2010


MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS, a play by Athol Fugard, will play at the Portland Stage beginning March 2nd and run through the 21st.

MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS Hits Portland Stage, 3/2-3/21
by Samantha Jacobsen - Feb 4, 2010


MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS, a play by Athol Fugard, will play at the Portland Stage beginning March 2nd and run through the 21st.

TimeLine Presents MASTER HAROLD... AND THE BOYS 1/20-3/21/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2010


TimeLine Theatre Company continues its 13th season with Athol Fugard's ‘Master Harold' ... and the Boys, directed by Jonathan Wilson, running January 23 through March 21, 2010 (previews January 20 through January 22) at TimeLine Theatre, 615 W. Wellington Ave., Chicago.

Athol Fugard's COMING HOME Opens at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, 1/20
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2010


In January, South Africa's master dramatist comes back to Berkeley Repertory Theatre with his latest show: Coming Home.

Athol Fugard's COMING HOME Comes To Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Previews 1/15/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2010


In January, South Africa's master dramatist comes back to Berkeley Repertory Theatre with his latest show: Coming Home.

TimeLine Presents MASTER HAROLD... AND THE BOYS 1/20-3/21/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 14, 2009


TimeLine Theatre Company continues its 13th season with Athol Fugard's ‘Master Harold' ... and the Boys, directed by Jonathan Wilson, running January 23 through March 21, 2010 (previews January 20 through January 22) at TimeLine Theatre, 615 W. Wellington Ave., Chicago.

Athol Fugard's COMING HOME Comes To Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Previews 1/15/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 9, 2009


In January, South Africa's master dramatist comes back to Berkeley Repertory Theatre with his latest show: Coming Home.

Edelstein To Give A Lecture At Long Wharf Theatre 11/15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2009


Long Wharf Theatre Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein will be lecturing about Athol Fugard, described by the New York Times as 'the greatest playwright writing in English since Shakespeare,' Sunday, November 15 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Island Road, Stony Creek.

Edelstein To Give A Lecture At Long Wharf Theatre 11/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 2, 2009


Long Wharf Theatre Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein will be lecturing about Athol Fugard, described by the New York Times as 'the greatest playwright writing in English since Shakespeare,' Sunday, November 15 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Island Road, Stony Creek.

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"MASTER HAROLD"...and the boys - 1982 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1982 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Zakes Mokae
1982 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Play Athol Fugard
1982 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Play Athol Fugard
1982 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Play Athol Fugard
1982 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actor Zakes Mokae
1982 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Broadway Play 0
1982 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Director Athol Fugard
1982 Theatre World Awards Performance Danny Glover
1982 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play Athol Fugard
1982 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Zakes Mokae
1982 Tony Awards Best Play Athol Fugard
1982 Tony Awards Best Play Dasha Epstein
1982 Tony Awards Best Play Emanuel Azenberg
1982 Tony Awards Best Play David Geffen

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