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The Testament of Mary 2013

Opened: April 22, 2013
Closing: May 05, 2013

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Walter Kerr Theatre (Broadway)
219 West 48th St. New York, NY

In The Testament of Mary the mother of Jesus tells her story of her son's Crucifixion.


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Theater Review: 'The Testament of Mary'
6 / 10

The Testament of Mary,' a visceral one-woman dramatization of Colm Tóibín's recently released, controversial short novel about the Virgin Mary that stars the characteristically intense Fiona Shaw, has the distinction of being the only Broadway show of the season, at least to my knowledge, that attracted protesters to its first preview performance... Under the direction of Deborah Warner, Shaw delivers a raw, raging performance. She combines these emotions with an edge of humor, some nudity and a sense of control that makes the piece feel less rambling. 3 stars

‘The Testament of Mary’ Would Achieve More With Less
5 / 10

That Fiona Shaw is a force of nature is indisputable. As a very human Virgin Mary in playwright Colm Tóibín's 90-minute monologue 'The Testament of Mary,' Shaw prowls about Tom Pye's object-strewn set declaiming her lines in everything from a whisper to a shriek and all stops in between while jangling large metal nails, hurling a hefty wooden ladder this way and that, stripping naked and plunging out of sight into a pool of water, and even at one point conveying a large yellow-beaked black vulture offstage. Working with longtime collaborator Deborah Warner as her director, Shaw is never less than a compelling presence. I'm not convinced, however, that all the symbolic clutter is the best elucidation of Tóibín's simple, moving deconstruction of one of the world's most beloved religious icons.

Review - I'm A Stranger Here Myself & The Testament of Mary
by Michael Dale - May 9, 2013


Mark Nadler is one of those cabaret performers who serves up his entertaining antics with healthy portions of art education and history lessons.  In I'm A Stranger Here Myself, now transplanted from its nightclub roots to the York Theatre stage, Nadler gives a frequently fascinating overview of the pre-Hitler period known as the Weimar Republic; Germany's first democracy and a haven for individualists and eroticists who gleefully indulged in a period of artistic freedom.

Photo Coverage: Inside Fiona Shaw's THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Pre-Show
by Walter McBride - May 3, 2013


The Testament of Mary, the new play by Colm Toibin, starring Fiona Shaw and directed by Deborah Warner, will end its run this Sunday, May 5 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (218 West 48 Street). The production, which began previews Tuesday, March 26 and opened on Monday, April 22, will have played 27 previews and 16 performances. Below, check out photos from insode the special pre-show event.

THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Closes on Broadway This Sunday, 5/5
by Kelsey Denette - April 30, 2013


The Testament of Mary, the new play by Colm Toibin, starring Fiona Shaw and directed by Deborah Warner, will end its run this Sunday, May 5 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (218 West 48 Street). The production, which began previews Tuesday, March 26 and opened on Monday, April 22, will have played 27 previews and 16 performances.

TV: Fiona Shaw & THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Team Celebrate Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - April 24, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw returned to Broadway on Monday night, April 22, for the opening of The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will run for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16, at the Walter Kerr Theatre. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with with the whole gang and you can check out what they had to say on the special night below!

Photo Coverage: Opening Night for Fiona Shaw in THE TESTAMENT OF MARY
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - April 23, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw returned to Broadway last night, April 22, for the opening of The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will run for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16, at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Check out photos from the opening below!

Review Roundup: THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - April 22, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw returns to Broadway tonight, April 22, for the opening of The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will run for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16, at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Let's see what the critics had to say...

THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw returns to Broadway tonight, April 22, for the opening of The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will run for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16.

Photo Flash: First Look at Fiona Shaw in THE TESTAMENT OF MARY
by Nicole Rosky - April 18, 2013


Opening Night is Monday, April 22 at 6:30pm for award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw's return to Broadway in The Testament of Mary, a new playby acclaimed author Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The limited engagement began previews on Tuesday, March 26 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48 Street). BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Shaw in action below!

Fiona Shaw and Deborah Warner Set to Appear at the Greene Space, 4/30
by Kelsey Denette - April 11, 2013


On Tuesday, April 30th, WNYC's Leonard Lopate will host an up-close-and-personal lunchtime conversation with actress Fiona Shaw and director Deborah Warner about their long-standing creative collaboration and the provocative new Broadway production of The Testament of Mary, as part of The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space's "Inside Look" series.

THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Announces Student Rush Policy!
by Nicole Rosky - March 27, 2013


The Testament of Mary, currently in previews, will begin offering student tickets effective tomorrow, Thursday, March 28 at the Walter Kerr Theatre box office (219 West 48th Street). Subject to availability, a limited number of tickets will go on sale the day of the performance when the box office opens. Students will be able to buy two tickets per valid ID for $35.00 each, and both cash and credit cards will be accepted.

THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Begins Previews Tonight at Walter Kerr Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - March 25, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw returns to Broadway tonight, Tuesday, March 26, when preview performances begin for The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Tóibín, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will officially open on Monday, April 22 for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48 Street).

TV: Fiona Shaw and Creative Team of TESTAMENT OF MARY Meet the Press!
by Nicole Rosky - March 15, 2013


The Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street) will soon be home to Fiona Shaw in The Testament of Mary by Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The 12-week limited engagement begins previews Tuesday, March 26 at 8pm. Opening night is Monday, April 22 at 6:30pm. Tickets are also available at telecharge.com, testamentonbroadway.com or by calling 212-239-6200. Shaw and the creative team met the press yesterday and you can check out what they ha dto say about the new play below!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for THE TESTAMENT OF MARY with Fiona Shaw
by Nicole Rosky - March 5, 2013


Tickets are now on sale at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street) for Fiona Shaw in THE TESTAMENT OF MARY by Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The 12-week limited engagement begins previews Tuesday, March 26 at 8pm. Opening night is Monday, April 22 at 6:30pm. Tickets are also available at telecharge.com, testamentonbroadway.com or by calling 212-239-6200. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of Shaw in rehearsal below!

Up on the Marquee: More of THE TESTAMENT OF MARY
by Walter McBride - February 27, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw will return to the New York stage this spring with The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will begin previews on Tuesday, March 26, and open on Monday, April 22 for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48 Street.) The production will not only mark the New York theatrical debut for the multi-award winning novelist but will also be the first collaboration between Fiona Shaw and Deborah Warner to premiere on this side of the Atlantic. The marquee just went up at the Walter Kerr Theatre and you can check out more photos of it below!

Up on the Marquee: THE TESTAMENT OF MARY
by Jennifer Broski - February 19, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw will return to the New York stage this spring with The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Toibin, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will begin previews on Tuesday, March 26, and open on Monday, April 22 for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48 Street.) The production will not only mark the New York theatrical debut for the multi-award winning novelist but will also be the first collaboration between Fiona Shaw and Deborah Warner to premiere on this side of the Atlantic. The marquee just went up at the Walter Kerr Theatre and you can check out photos of it below!

Fiona Shaw to Return to Broadway in THE TESTAMENT OF MARY; Opens 4/22
by Nicole Rosky - January 8, 2013


Award-winning stage and screen actress Fiona Shaw will return to the New York stage this spring with The Testament of Mary, by the acclaimed author Colm Tóibín, directed by Deborah Warner. The production will begin previews on Tuesday, March 26, and open on Monday, April 22 for a twelve-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48 Street.) The production will not only mark the New York theatrical debut for the multi-award winning novelist but will also be the first collaboration between Fiona Shaw and Deborah Warner to premiere on this side of the Atlantic.

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The Testament of Mary - 2013 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Play Mel Mercier
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Fiona Shaw
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play 0
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Play 0
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Solo Performance Fiona Shaw
2013 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Play Jennifer Tipton
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Eli Bush
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Daryl Roth
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Heni Koenigsberg
2013 Tony Awards Best Play The Araca Group
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Tulchin Bartner Productions
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Sonia Friedman Productions
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Stephanie P. McClelland
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Roy Furman
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Jean Doumanian
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Scott M. Delman
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Broadway Across America
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Roger Berlind
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Jon B. Platt
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Stuart Thompson
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Scott Rudin
2013 Tony Awards Best Play Colm Toibin
2013 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Play Mel Mercier

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