Alan Bennett’s brilliantly witty, perceptive tale of an unruly handful of senior schoolboys, preparing for coveted places at either Oxford or Cambridge under the tutelage of their somewhat “old-school” history teacher. An unusual approach to their studies is questioned when a new, young, history teacher joins the staff more...
Pippa Pearthree, known for her versatile performances on Broadway in productions such as The History Boys and West Side Story, has also graced the Off-Broadway stage and appeared in notable television series like "Law and Order" and "House of Cards." more...
(Understudy)
Seth Sklar-Heyn, a Vassar College graduate, brought his extensive experience as an associate and assistant director on numerous Broadway productions to his role in "The History Boys," having previously directed the U.S. Tour of "Frost/Nixon." more...
Awards and Nominations
2006 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Frances de la Tour won.
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Richard Griffiths won.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Samuel Barnett won.
2006 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Richard Griffiths won.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Frances de la Tour won.
2006 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Samuel Barnett was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Richard Griffiths won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Frances de la Tour won.
Production Team
Tom Attwood Musical Director
(UK)
(UK)
Bob Crowley Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Mark Henderson Lighting Designer
Nicholas Hytner Director
Jack Murphy Movement Director
Colin Pink Sound Designer
Richard Sisson Composer
(Original Music)
(Original Music)
Ben Taylor Video Director
Videos