Cyrano de Bergerac
Play - Revival
George Gershwin Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: October 6, 1984
- Opening Date: October 16, 1984
- Closing Date: January 19, 1985
- Previews: 5
- Performances: 59
Playwright: Edmond Rostand
Synopsis
Cyrano is a poet, philosopher and swordsman of incredible wit, but his sizable nose renders him too shy to pursue the beautiful Roxane. Instead, he provides the poetry and eloquence to woo her vicariously through his inarticulate friend Christian.
Opening Night Cast
| Penelope Beaumont | Mother Marguerite Lise Précieus |
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| Christopher Benjamin | Montfleury | |
| Ken Bones | Carbon de Castel Jaloux | |
| John Bowe | Le Bret | |
| Christopher Bowen | Gascony Cadet Le Vicomte de Valvert |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Edmond Rostand | Writer | |
| Anthony Burgess | Newly translated and adapted for the RSC | |
| Terry Hands | Director | |
| Doreen Hermitage | Choreographer | |
| Ralph Koltai | Scenic Design | |
| Alexander Reid | Costume Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Outstanding Actor in a Play | Derek Jacobi | Nominee |
| 1985 | Outstanding Sound Design | Nigel Hess | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Costume Design (Play or Musical) | Alexander Reid | Nominee |
| 1985 | Lighting Design (Play or Musical) | Terry Hands | Nominee |
| 1985 | Revival (Play or Musical) | Nominee |
