Piaf
Play with Music - Original
Plymouth Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: January 28, 1981
- Opening Date: February 5, 1981
- Closing Date: June 28, 1981
- Previews: 9
- Performances: 165
Playwright: Pam Gems
Synopsis
In this biographical play Edith Piaf recalls her difficult rise from the gutters of Paris to worldwide fame as a singer, along with her many personal tragedies.
Opening Night Production Credits
| Pam Gems | Writer | |
| Howard Davies | Director | |
| David Jenkins | Scenic Design | |
| Julie Weiss | Costume Design | |
| Beverly Emmons | Lighting Design | |
| Jack Mann | Sound Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play | Zoë Wanamaker | Nominee |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Actress in a Play | Jane Lapotaire | Winner |
| 1981 | Featured Actress in a Play | Zoë Wanamaker | Nominee |