The Philanthropist

The Philanthropist
Theatre: American Airlines
Status: Closed
(April 10, 2009 - June 28, 2009 )
  • Preview: April 10, 2009
  • Open: April 26, 2009
  • Close: June 28, 2009
Play - Revival
Running Time: 2hrs 10mins

Written as a response to Moliere's "The Misanthrope," this comedy examines the empty, insular lives of college intellectuals. At the center of the story is Philip, a professor who seems almost absurdly removed from the political turmoil surrounding him, including the assassination of the Prime Minister and his cabinet.

For The Record:

"The Philanthropist" premiered in London at the Royal court in 1970.  It opened on Broadway on Mar 15, 1971 at the Ethel Barrymore under the auspices of David Merrick.  Robert Kidd directed a cast which featured Alec McCowen as Philip.

Total Gross: $2,463,705
Average Weekly Gross: $205,309
Total Attendance: 49,691
Average Weekly Attendance: 74%

Staff & Creative Team

Company Representative:

Carly DiFulvio Allen

Advertising Representative:

SPOTCo

Marketing:

Allied Live

Press Agent:

Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Interactive Marketing:

Situation Interactive

Production Stage Manager:

Arthur Gaffin

Director:

David Grindley

Settings:

Tim Shortall

Costumes:

Tobin Ost

Lighting:

Rick Fisher

Cast

Philip 04/10/2009 - 06/28/2009
Braham 04/10/2009 - 06/28/2009
Celia 04/10/2009 - 06/28/2009
Donald 04/10/2009 - 06/28/2009
John 04/10/2009 - 06/28/2009
Araminta 04/10/2009 - 06/28/2009
Elizabeth 04/10/2009 - 06/28/2009