The Philanthropist
Comedy - Original
Ethel Barrymore Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: March 11, 1971
- Opening Date: March 15, 1971
- Closing Date: May 15, 1971
- Previews: 5
- Performances: 64
Playwright: Christopher Hampton
Synopsis
A disengaged university professor cheerfully ponders anagrams, academia and the meaning of life. Meanwhile, in the outside world, the Prime Minister and his cabinet have been assassinated, and England's finest writers are being killed.
Opening Night Cast
| Jane Asher | Celia | |
| Paul Corum | John | |
| Caroline Lagerfelt | Liz | |
| Alec McCowen | Philip | |
| Victor Spinetti | Braham | |
| Penelope Wilton | Araminta | |
| Ed Zimmermann | Donald |
Opening Night Production Credits
 |
Christopher Hampton | Writer |
| Robert Kidd | Director | |
| John Gunter | Scenic Design | |
| Sara Brook | Costume Design | |
| Lloyd Burlingame | Lighting Design | |
| Jack Schlissel | General Manager |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Outstanding Performance | Alec McCowen | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Actor in a Play | Alec McCowen | Nominee |
| 1971 | Featured Actor in a Play | Ed Zimmermann | Nominee |
| 1971 | Play | Nominee |
