God's Favorite
Comedy - Original
Eugene O'Neill Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: December 3, 1974
- Opening Date: December 11, 1974
- Closing Date: March 22, 1975
- Previews: 7
- Performances: 116
Playwright: Neil Simon
Synopsis
Neil Simon's comedy casts the Biblical story of Job in a contemporary setting.
Opening Night Cast
| Vincent Gardenia | Joe Benjamin | |
| Maria Karnilova | Rose Benjamin | |
| Charles Nelson Reilly | Sidney Lipton |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Neil Simon | Writer | |
| Michael Bennett | Director | |
| William Ritman | Scenic Design | |
| Joseph G. Aulisi | Costume Design | |
| Tharon Musser | Lighting Design | |
| Howard Rodney | Hair Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Outstanding Set Design | William Ritman | Nominee |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Scenic Design (Play or Musical) | William Ritman | Nominee |
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