The Water Engine / Mr. Happiness
One Act - Original
Plymouth Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview:
- Opening Date: February 28, 1978
- Closing Date: March 19, 1978
- Previews: 0
- Performances: 24
- The Water Engine / Mr. Happiness is comprised of Mr. Happiness, The Water Engine
Playwright: David Mamet
Synopsis
In The Water Engine, presented in the style of a radio drama, the inventor of an engine that runs purely on water is seen as a threat to big business. In Mr. Happiness, a radio advice-giver responds to letters.
Mr. Happiness: A radio advice-giver responds to letters.
The Water Engine: The Studios of WCMJ Radio, New York City. 1934, The Second Year of "The Century of Progress Exposition"
Mr. Happiness: Opening Night Production Credits
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David Mamet | Writer |
| Steven Schacter | Director | |
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John Lee Beatty | Scenic Design |
| Laura Crow | Costume Design | |
| Dennis Parichy | Lighting Design | |
| Robert Kamlot | General Manager |
The Water Engine: Opening Night Cast
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Charles Kimbrough | Mr. Happiness |
| Dominic Chianese | Mr. Wallace | |
| Alaric Jans | Musician | |
| Eric Loeb | Sound Effects Man | |
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Patti LuPone | Rita Lily La Pon |
| Paul Milikin | Announcer | |
| Michael J. Miller | Bernie | |
| Bill Moor | Lawrence Oberman |
The Water Engine: Opening Night Production Credits
|
David Mamet | Writer |
| Steven Schacter | Director | |
|
John Lee Beatty | Scenic Design |
| Laura Crow | Costume Design | |
| Dennis Parichy | Lighting Design | |
| J. Roy Helland | Wig Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Outstanding New Play | Nominee |
