Becket
Play - Original
St. James Theatre (October 05, 1960 - December 17, 1960)
Royale Theatre (December 19, 1960 - March 25, 1961)
Data not verified
- First Preview: October 3, 1960
- Opening Date: October 5, 1960
- Closing Date: March 25, 1961
- Previews: 2
- Performances: 193
Playwright: Jean Anouilh
Synopsis
The relationship between Henry II of England and his childhood friend Thomas Becket changes when Becket becomes Archbishop of Canterbury and challenges the King's power over the Church, in Jean Anouilh's dramatization of real events.
Opening Night Cast
 |
Laurence Olivier | Thomas Becket |
| Anthony Quinn | Henry II | |
| Marie Powers | The Queen Mother |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Jean Anouilh | Writer | |
| Lucienne Hill | Translator | |
| Peter Glenville | Director | |
| Oliver Smith | Scenic Design | |
| Motley | Costume Design | |
| Jean Rosenthal | Lighting Design |
Awards
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Actor in a Play | Anthony Quinn | Nominee |
| 1961 | Costume Design of a Play | Motley | Winner |
| 1961 | Play | Winner | |
| 1961 | Scenic Design of a Play | Oliver Smith | Winner |
| 1961 | Stage Technician | Teddy Van Bemmel | Winner |
