Mourning Becomes Electra
Drama - Revival
Circle in the Square Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: November 2, 1972
- Opening Date: November 15, 1972
- Closing Date: December 31, 1972
- Previews: 14
- Performances: 55
Playwright: Eugene O'Neill
Synopsis
Eugene O'Neill retells the Greek trilogy The Oresteia as the tale of the Mannon family, who lives in New England just after the Civil War and must cope with incestuous and murderous feelings among their various members.
Opening Night Cast
| Colleen Dewhurst | Christine Mannon | |
| Stephen McHattie | Orin Mannon | |
| Alan Mixon | Capt. Adam Brant | |
| Pamela Payton-Wright | Lavinia Mannon | |
| Donald Davis | Brigadier Gen. Ezra Mannon |
Opening Night Production Credits
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Eugene O'Neill | Writer |
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Theodore Mann | Director |
| Marsha L. Eck | Scenic Design | |
| Noel Taylor | Costume Design | |
| Jules Fisher | Lighting Design | |
| William Conn | Company Manager |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Outstanding Performance | Pamela Payton-Wright | Winner |
| 1973 | Outstanding Performance | Colleen Dewhurst | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Actress in a Play | Colleen Dewhurst | Nominee |
