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Kathleen Chalfant made her Broadway debut in the groundbreaking play "M. Butterfly" by David Henry Hwang in 1987, marking the beginning of an illustrious stage career that has since earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards. more...
Lori Tan Chinn, known for her roles in *Orange Is the New Black* and *Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens*, began her illustrious acting career on Broadway, including a notable performance in *Lovely Ladies, Kind Gentlemen* (1970), before joining the cast of *M. Butterfly*. more...
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John Lithgow, a celebrated actor with deep roots in the theater, delivered a memorable performance in M. Butterfly on Broadway, adding to his illustrious career that includes multiple Tony Awards and nominations. more...
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Awards and Nominations
1988 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Play: John Lithgow was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor - Play: B.D. Wong won.
1988 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: B.D. Wong was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: John Lithgow was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Joe Campayno Make-Up Designer
Phyllis Della Hair Designer
John Dexter Director
Peter J. Fitzgerald Sound Designer
Lucia Hwong Composer
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Musical Director
Eiko Ishioka Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Andy Phillips Lighting Designer
Giacomo Puccini Composer
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