Mister Johnson

Drama - Original

Martin Beck Theatre

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  • Opening Date: March 29, 1956
  • Closing Date: May 5, 1956
  • Previews: 0
  • Performances: 44

Playwright: Norman Rosten

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Synopsis

A childlike West African man yearns to become a "civilized" British man, in Norman Rosten's adaptation of Joyce Cary's novel.

 

Opening Night Cast

John Akar Benjamin
Ruth Attaway Mother
David Berahzer Uncle
Ensemble
Geffrey Biddeau Guard
Percival Borde Chief
Ensemble
Alphonse Cimber Guard
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Opening Night Production Credits

  Norman Rosten Writer
  Robert Lewis Director
  William and Jean Eckart Scenic Design
  William and Jean Eckart Costume Design
  William and Jean Eckart Lighting Design
  Joseph Moss Company Manager
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Inside the Playbill (9)

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Mister Johnson - Opening Night
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Shows That Opened That Season: 1955 - 1956

 
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Awards


Theatre World

Year Category Name Winner/Nominee
1956 Theatre World Award Earle Hyman Winner
1956 Theatre World Award Gaby Rodgers Winner
 
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