Moonchildren
Comedy - Original
Royale Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: February 11, 1972
- Opening Date: February 21, 1972
- Closing Date: March 4, 1972
- Previews: 12
- Performances: 16
Playwright: Michael Weller
Synopsis
A group of students comes of age in the 1960s in Michael Weller's comedy-drama.
Opening Night Cast
| Peter Alzado | Effing | |
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Maureen Anderman | Ruth |
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Stephen Collins | Dick |
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Kevin Conway | Mike |
| George Curley | Cootie's Father | |
| Cara Duff-MacCormick | Shelly | |
| Jill Eikenberry | Kathy | |
| Christopher Guest | Norman |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Michael Weller | Writer | |
| Alan Schneider | Director | |
| William Ritman | Scenic Design | |
| Marjorie Slaiman | Costume Design | |
| Martin Aronstein | Lighting Design | |
| Lee Solters | Press Representative |
Shows That Opened That Season: 1971 - 1972
The Love Suicide at Schofield Barracks
Voices
Solitaire / Double Solitaire
Ain't Supposed to Die a Natural Death
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Most Promising Playwright | Michael Weller | Winner |
Theatre World
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Theatre World Award | James Woods | Winner |
| 1972 | Theatre World Award | Cara Duff-MacCormick | Winner |
| 1972 | Theatre World Award | Maureen Anderman | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Featured Actress in a Play | Cara Duff-MacCormick | Nominee |
