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Drama
The Visit
Broadway
Drama
Ethel Barrymore Theatre
243 W. 47th St.
SYNOPSIS:
A rich, oft-married widow returns to her poor childhood town in central Europe, offering its citizens a billion marks for the life of the man who seduced and abandoned her years ago and is now the town's most respected citizen.
Playwright:
Friedrich Duerrenmatt
People (92)
John McMartin
Anton Schill
(Original)
Rachel Roberts
Claire Zachanassian
(Original)
Ralph Drischell
Doctor Nusslin
(Original)
The Painter
(Original)
David Dukes
Husbands #7, #8, #9
(Original)
Athlete
(Original)
George Ede
Burgomaster
(Original)
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Friedrich Duerrenmatt
Writer
Maurice Valency
Book Adaptor
Harold Prince
Director
Edward Burbridge
Scenic Design
Carolyn Parker
Costume Design
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Pro Info
Opening Date
Nov
25
1973
Closing Date
Feb
16
1974
Previews
7
Performances
32
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Awards
Drama Desk Award
1974
Outstanding Director
Harold Prince
Winner
Tony Award
1974
Lighting Design (Play or Musical)
Ken Billington
Nominee
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