A Lesson From Aloes
Drama - Original
Playhouse Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: November 5, 1980
- Opening Date: November 17, 1980
- Closing Date: February 8, 1981
- Previews: 14
- Performances: 96
Synopsis
Two friends in South Africa, one white and one black, find their relationship tested when the black man and his family decide to leave his apartheid-torn country for England.
Opening Night Cast
 |
James Earl Jones | Steve Daniels |
 |
Maria Tucci | Gladys Bezuidenhout |
 |
Harris Yulin | Piet Bezuidenhout |
Opening Night Production Credits
 |
Athol Fugard | Writer |
|
Athol Fugard | Director |
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Michael Yeargan | Scenic Design |
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Susan Hilferty | Costume Design |
| William Armstrong | Lighting Design | |
| Theatre Management Associates, Inc. | General Manager |
Awards
New York Drama Critics' Circle
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Best Play | Athol Fugard | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Play | Nominee |
