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The Heiress Revival 2012

Opened: November 1, 2012
Closing: February 09, 2013

The Heiress - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

Acclaimed actress Jessica Chastain, winner of 2011 New York, Los Angeles and Chicago Film Critics and National Board of Review Awards and recently nominated for Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Awards, will make her Broadway debut starring in the Tony Award-winning play The Heiress.



Written by Ruth Goetz & Augustus Goetz, The Heiress will be directed by Tony Award nominated playwright and director Moises Kaufman and will open in the Fall of 2012 at a theatre to be announced.



The Heiress will be produced by Paula Wagner, Roy Furman and Stephanie P. McClelland. This production marks 17 years since the celebrated play was last seen on Broadway. The Heiress is based on the classic Henry James novel Washington Square and became an Academy Award-winning film. The dramatic and suspenseful play features one of the great female roles written for the stage.



The original production of The Heiress, suggested by the Henry James novel Washington Square, premiered on Broadway in 1947 at the Biltmore Theatre. The 1949 Academy Award winning movie version was adapted from the play by the Goetzes, and was directed by William Wyler, starring Olivia de Havilland, Montgomery Clift and Ralph Richardson.




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A Woman Scorned
8 / 10

'The Heiress' is so fine a play that it is capable of making a strong impression even in a flawed production. That's what happens here. Ms. Ivey is a knockout, and Mr. Strathairn is always worth seeing, even when, as is the case this time around, he fumbles the interpretive ball. But anyone who knows Mr. Wyler's wonderful film version, or who was lucky enough to see 'The Heiress' on Broadway in 1995, will know—and regret—what is missing from this revival.

Theater Review: 'The Heiress'
8 / 10

While 'The Heiress' might fall short of being great dramatic literature, it does make for an entertaining star vehicle filled with elaborate turn-of-the-century costumes, references to high society and plenty of bold dramatic gestures…what really distinguishes [Chastain's] performance, which marks her Broadway debut, is how she convincingly evolves from an insecure, loving young girl into a steely, bitter woman. Stevens, who plays Matthew Crawley on the English television series 'Downton Abbey,' also makes a fine New York stage debut, hiding his character's unsavory motives behind a sunny, guileless facade. Strathairn maintains a dour disposition to the role of the doctor, while Judith Ivey brings a sweet and lively presence as Catherine's warm aunt Lavinia.

THE HEIRESS to Recoup During Final Week of Performances
by Nicole Rosky - February 4, 2013


The producers of the new Broadway revival of THE HEIRESS have just announced that the production will recoup its $3 million capitalization during the final week of performances. The final performance is on Saturday, February 9th at 7:00 p.m. (note the new early curtain time) at Broadway's Walter Kerr Theatre (219 W. 48th St. NYC). THE HEIRESS will have played 27 previews and 117 regular performances.

Jessica Chastain's Pooch Makes Broadway Debut!
by BWW Staff - February 4, 2013


The cast of Broadway's THE HEIRESS was increased by one at this past Saturday's matinee performance. Deep into the drama's second act, at perhaps the most climactic point of the show, an adorable three legged dog unexpectedly pranced onto the stage.

THE HEIRESS Moves Final Performance to 2/9
by Nicole Rosky - January 25, 2013


The producers of the new Broadway revival of THE HEIRESS have announced that the production will now play its final performance on Saturday, February 9 at 7:00 p.m. (note the new early curtain time). The previously scheduled Sunday, February 10 closing performance has been cancelled to enable Jessica Chastain, who plays the title character, to attend the BAFTA Awards (the British equivalent to the Academy Awards) where she is nominated for Best Actress on Sunday, February 10th in London. Ms. Chastain is nominated for an Academy Award and has already received Golden Globe and Critics Choice Awards for her performance in the film Zero Dark Thirty. THE HEIRESS is currently playing at Broadway's Walter Kerr Theatre (219 W. 48th St. NYC).

VIDEO: Jessica Chastain Chats ZERO DARK THIRTY on 'The Daily Show'
by Caryn Robbins - January 17, 2013


Jessica Chastain, currently starring in Broadway's 'The Heiress', stopped by Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART last night to discuss her latest film 'Zero Dark Thirty'. Check out the appearance in full below!

THE HEIRESS Sweepstakes Offers Tickets, Backstage Tour and Stay in NY
by BWW News Desk - January 7, 2013


The hit Broadway revival of The Heiress has partnered with GoldDerby.com on an exclusive sweepstakes where fans can enter to win round trip air travel for two to New York City, a two night stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Metropolitan and a pair of tickets to The Heiress, plus a backstage tour of the Walter Kerr Theatre. For more information, go to www.goldderby.com/news/3804/the-heiress-contest-broadway.html.

THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain Set for LIVE WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL Tomorrow
by Nicole Rosky - January 7, 2013


THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain is set to appear on "LIVE with Kelly and Michael" tomorrow morning, January 8, to discuss the new film "Zero Dark Thirty." Check your local listings.

Update: Jessica Chastain to Miss Four Performances of THE HEIRESS to Support ZERO DARK THIRTY
by Robert Diamond - January 5, 2013


Previously, we reported that THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain would be missing performances on Broadway on January 10th, 13th and 27th to support her film Zero Dark Thirty at the Critic's Choice, Golden Globes and SAG Awards. Now, one more date has been added to the list, Tuesday January 8th, when she will be honored by the National Board of Review.

Jessica Chastain to Skip Jan 10, 13 & 27 Performances of THE HEIRESS to Support ZERO DARK THIRTY
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2012


THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain announced on her Facebook page on Thursday that she will not be performing on Broadway on January 10th, 13th and 27th to support her film Zero Dark Thirty at the Critic's Choice, Golden Globes and SAG Awards. Her understudy Mairin Lee will be playing the role of 'Catherine' on those dates.

THE HEIRESS' Dan Stevens in Talks to Join DreamWorks' Wikileaks Film
by Movies News Desk - December 19, 2012


As reported by Variety, star of 'Downton Abbey' and Broadway's The Heiress, Dan Stevens is in talks to join DreamWorks' untitled Wikileaks movie, starring Benedict Cumberbatch and directed by Bill Condon.

VIDEO: THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain Talks ZERO DARK THIRTY on 'Chelsea Lately'
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2012


Currently starring in THE HEIRESS as the homely Catherine Sloper on Broadway, Jessica Chastain appeared on 'Chelsea Lately' to talk about her role as a powerful woman in the action thriller ZERO DARK THIRTY, coming to theaters Dec. 19. Click below to watch the interview!

STAGE TUBE: Jessica Chastain Talks THE HEIRESS on THE VIEW!
by Nicole Rosky - November 9, 2012


On yesterday's episode of 'The View' on ABC, Jessica Chastain stopped by and discussed the excitement surrounding her first Broadway play, The Heiress. Check out the full interview below!

VIDEO: Jessica Chastain, Dan Stevens Chat THE HEIRESS on GMA
by Caryn Robbins - November 8, 2012


On this morning's 'Good Morning America' on ABC, Jessica Chastain and Dan Stevens discussed the excitement surrounding their first Broadway play, THE HEIRESS. Check out their appearance below!

THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain & Dan Stevens Visit GMA & THE VIEW Tomorrow
by Nicole Rosky - November 7, 2012


The Heiress' Jessica Chastain & Dan Stevens will appear on ABC's "Good Morning America" tomorrow, Thursday, September 8th between 8:30AM-9:00AM on channel 7. Jessica Chastain will also appear on ABC's "The View" tomorrow between 11:00AM-12 noon on channel 7. Check local listings.

TV: Chatting with the Cast of THE HEIRESS on Opening Night - Jessica Chastain, Dan Stevens and More!
by Nicole Rosky - November 4, 2012


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award winning play The Heiress defied Hurricane Sandy and opened on Thursday night, November 1. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with the whole team on the big night. Check out what they had to say by clicking below!

Photo Coverage: Opening Night Red Carpet for THE HEIRESS!
by Walter McBride - November 2, 2012


Scroll down for photos from the opening night red carpet arrivals!

Photo Coverage: Opening Night of THE HEIRESS - Party - Glitz & Glamour!
by Walter McBride - November 2, 2012


Scroll down for photos from the opening night party!

Photo Coverage: Opening Night of THE HEIRESS - Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - November 2, 2012


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award winning play The Heiress defied Hurricane Sandy and opened last night, November 1. BroadwayWorld was there to bring you all the excitement of the night. Scroll down for photos from the curtain call!

Review Roundup: THE HEIRESS Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - November 1, 2012


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award winning play The Heiress began previews on October 6th and will open tonight, November 1st at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th St.). The show will play a limited run through February 10, 2013. Let's see what the critics had to say...

TV: Sneak Peek of Jessica Chastain, Dan Stevens & More in THE HEIRESS; Full Performance Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - November 1, 2012


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award winning play The Heiress began previews on October 6th and will open tonight, November 1. BroadwayWorld brings you full performance highlights below!

THE HEIRESS Opens Tonight; Runs Through February 10
by Kelsey Denette - November 1, 2012


Opening night is tonight for the new Broadway production of The Heiress. The Heiress stars Academy Award nominee Jessica Chastain as Catherine Sloper, Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award winner David Strathairn as Dr. Austin Sloper, the leading man of "Downton Abbey" Dan Stevens as Morris Townsend and Tony Award winner Judith Ivey as Lavinia Penniman. Written by Ruth & Augustus Goetz, The Heiress is directed by two-time Tony Award nominated playwright and director Moises Kaufman.

TV: Sneak Preview of THE HEIRESS - Jessica Chastain, Dan Stevens & More! Opens Tonight!
by Robert Diamond - October 31, 2012


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award winning play The Heiress began previews on October 6th and will open tomorrow night. We've got a first look at a video montage of scenes from the new production!

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The Heiress - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Judith Ivey
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play Judith Ivey
2013 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Play Albert Wolsky
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Judith Ivey

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