Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?
Play - Original
Belasco Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview:
- Opening Date: February 25, 1969
- Closing Date: March 29, 1969
- Previews: 19
- Performances: 39
Playwright: Don Petersen
Synopsis
Juvenile drug addicts react to various attempts to rehabilitate them in detention, particularly those of a dedicated English teacher.
Opening Night Cast
| Michael Brandon | Prince | |
| Bob Christian | Deek | |
| Laura Figueroa | Marietta | |
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Hal Holbrook | Mr. Winters |
| Lauren Jones | Linda | |
| Catita Lord | Rita | |
| David Opatoshu | Dr. Werner | |
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Al Pacino | Bickham |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Don Petersen | Writer | |
| Michael Schultz | Director | |
| Edward Burbridge | Scenic Design | |
| David Toser | Costume Design | |
| Thomas R. Skelton | Lighting Design | |
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Merle Debuskey | Press Representative |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Outstanding Director | Michael Schultz | Winner |
| 1969 | Outstanding Performance | Al Pacino | Winner |
Theatre World
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Theatre World Award | Al Pacino | Winner |
| 1969 | Theatre World Award | Lauren Jones | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Direction of a Play | Michael Schultz | Nominee |
| 1969 | Featured Actor in a Play | Al Pacino | Winner |
| 1969 | Featured Actress in a Play | Lauren Jones | Nominee |
