The Floating Light Bulb
Play - Original
Vivian Beaumont Theater
Data not verified
- First Preview: April 14, 1981
- Opening Date: April 27, 1981
- Closing Date: June 21, 1981
- Previews: 16
- Performances: 62
Playwright: Woody Allen
Synopsis
In Woody Allen's parody of The Glass Menagerie, an unhappy mother nags her shy son to audition his magic tricks for a talent agent.
Opening Night Cast
| Danny Aiello | Max Pollack | |
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Bea Arthur | Enid Pollack |
| Jack Weston | Jerry Wexler | |
| Brian Backer | Paul Pollack | |
| Eric Gurry | Steve Pollack | |
| Ellen March | Betty |
Opening Night Production Credits
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Woody Allen | Writer |
| Ulu Grosbard | Director | |
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Santo Loquasto | Scenic Design |
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Santo Loquasto | Costume Design |
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Pat Collins | Lighting Design |
| T. Richard Fitzgerald | Sound Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Brian Backer | Winner |
Outer Critics Circle
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Outstanding Debut Performance | Brian Backer | Winner |
Theatre World
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Theatre World Award | Brian Backer | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Actor in a Play | Jack Weston | Nominee |
| 1981 | Featured Actor in a Play | Brian Backer | Winner |
