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Venus in Fur 2012

Run Time:
1 hour 45 minutes with no intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: February 7, 2012
Closing: February 07, 2012

Venus in Fur - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

Vanda (Tony Award® nominee Nina Arianda) is a preternaturally talented young actress determined to land the lead in Thomas’ (Emmy® Award nominee Hugh Dancy) new play based on the classic erotic novel, Venus in Fur. Her emotionally charged audition for the gifted but demanding playwright/director becomes an electrifying game of cat and mouse that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, seduction and power, love and sex.



Tickets on sale thru June 17, 2012.


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Venus in Fur

Struggling Actress Who Wields Script and Whip
9 / 10

The flickering of those stage lights barely registers beside the incandescent Nina Arianda, the sensational young actress recreating the role that made her a name to watch when she first starred in the play Off Broadway. Portraying an actress giving the audition of a lifetime, Ms. Arianda is giving the first must-see performance of the Broadway season, a bravura turn that burns so brightly you can almost feel the heat on your face. ... I'm not sure Mr. Ives himself has settled firmly on a resolution to the play's central mystery - the motives and identity of the elusive Vanda - but who cares? With the commanding Ms. Arianda giving a performance of such intoxicating allure, 'Venus in Fur' provides a seriously smart and very funny stage seminar on the destabilizing nature of sexual desire: vanilla-flavored, kink-festooned or anything in between.

Venus in Fur: Theater Review
9 / 10

Trading up from Wes Bentley, her original co-star in the two-character piece, Arianda now has an accomplice/adversary who is every bit her equal. Dancy arguably has never been better. Even if the cat-and-mouse games of Ives' comedy with teeth become too attenuated, the players remain transfixing in Walter Bobbie's mostly vigorous production.

VENUS IN FUR Reopens at Lyceum Theatre Tomorrow, 2/7
by Nicole Rosky - February 6, 2012


VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie starring Tony Award nominee Nina Arianda and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy begins performances tomorrow, February 7 at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street).

UP ON THE MARQUEE: VENUS IN FUR at the Lyceum Theatre!
by Jennifer Broski - February 1, 2012


VENUS IN FUR resumes performances at the Lyceum Theatre on Tuesday, February 7 and the production is a limited engagement through Sunday, June 17. Check out the show's marquee on its new home below!

VENUS IN FUR Moves to the Lyceum with Nina Arianda & Hugh Dancy; Now Plays Through June 17
by Jessica Lewis - December 12, 2011


Following sold out runs on Broadway at Manhattan Theatre Club and Off-Broadway at Classic Stage Company, VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie, will transfer to Broadway's Lyceum Theatre starring Tony Award nominee Nina Arianda and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy.

Nina Arianda, Hugh Dancy Talk VENUS IN FUR on The Leonard Lopate Show Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - November 30, 2011


VENUS IN FUR stars Nina Arianda and Hugh Dancy will appear on tomorrow's edition of "The Leonard Lopate Show." The interview with Lopate will air live tomorrow, December 1 at 12:40 PM on WNYC (93.9-FM, 820-AM).

MTC Presents 'Afterwards: VENUS IN FUR' Discussion Series at The Greene at WNYC and WQXR Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club continues its popular discussion series at the intimate venue of The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space at WNYC and WQXR with After Words: Venus in Fur on Thursday, November 17 starting at 5pm.

TV: Go Inside the Steamy VENUS IN FUR Opening Night Party!
by Broadway Beat - November 9, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie opened last night, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Broadway Beat was there for the after party to speak with the company about the hot new show!

Photo Coverage: The Stars Come Out for Opening Night of VENUS IN FUR
by Walter McBride - November 9, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie opened last night, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld.com was there for the celebratory evening and below brings you photo coverage of the night's starry theater arrivals.

Photo Coverage: VENUS IN FUR Opening Night Heats Up Broadway
by Walter McBride - November 9, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie opened last night, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street) and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the sizzling stars at the curtain call and the after party!

Review Roundup: VENUS IN FUR Starring Hugh Dancy & Nina Arianda
by Robert Diamond - November 9, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie opened on November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The production stars Tony Award nominee Nina Arianda and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy. VENUS IN FUR is a limited 10 week engagement with tickets on sale through Sunday, December 18 only. So, what did the critics have to say? Let's find out!

VENUS IN FUR Opens Tonight on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - November 7, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie will open tonight, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The production stars Tony Award nominee Nina Arianda and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy. VENUS IN FUR is a limited 10 week engagement with tickets on sale through Sunday, December 18 only.

TV: Hot! Hot! Hot! Sneak Peek at Nina Arianda & Hugh Dancy Heating Up the Stage in VENUS IN FUR
by Robert Diamond - November 5, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR is an acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie and starring Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy. The show opens on Tuesday night, October 8 - but, we've got a sneak peek. Check out video highlights below!

MTC Presents 'Afterwards: VENUS IN FUR' Discussion Series at The Greene at WNYC and WQXR, 11/17
by Jennie Mamary - November 2, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club continues its popular discussion series at the intimate venue of The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space at WNYC and WQXR with After Words: Venus in Fur on Thursday, November 17 starting at 5pm.

Photo Flash: VENUS IN FUR Production Shots!
by Nicole Rosky - October 25, 2011


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) present Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie will star Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C').

STAGE TUBE: Talking VENUS IN FUR With the Cast & Creative Team!
by Kelsey Denette - October 20, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie began previews on October 13 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The production stars Tony Award nominee Nina Arianda and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy. VENUS IN FUR will open Tuesday, November 8 in a limited 10 week engagement with tickets on sale through Sunday, December 18 only. Hear what the cast and creative team for the production had to say about VENUS IN FUR by clicking below!

VENUS IN FUR Begins Rehearsals Today
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie starts rehearsals today.

MTC's VENUS IN FUR Begins Previews Tomorrow
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie begins previews tomorrow, October 13 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).

Up On The Marquee: VENUS IN FUR
by Walter McBride - October 1, 2011


The marquee is up for VENUS IN FUR and BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage below!

TV: Cast and Crew of VENUS IN FUR Meets the Press
by Broadway Beat - September 27, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie stars Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C'). VENUS IN FUR will begin previews on Thursday, October 13 and open Tuesday, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The production will play a limited 10 week engagement with tickets on sale through Sunday, December 18 only.

Photo Coverage: VENUS IN FUR Meets the Press
by Walter McBride - September 27, 2011


Yesterday we brought you a Freeze Frame preview from the press event, and to day we bring you full coverage of stars Nina Arianda, Hugh Dancy, Walter Bobbie and David Ives at the official meet and greet yesterday, September 26.

FREEZE FRAME: Hugh Dancy & Nina Arianda in VENUS IN FUR
by Walter McBride - September 26, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie stars Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C'). Check out the show's stars meeting the press below!

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Broadway's VENUS IN FUR
by Nicole Rosky - September 22, 2011


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) present Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie will star Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C').

STAGE TUBE: Hugh Dancy & Nina Arianda on VENUS IN FUR
by Nicole Rosky - September 19, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie starts rehearsals today. The production stars Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C'). VENUS IN FUR will begin previews on Thursday, October 13 and open Tuesday, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The production will play a limited 10 week engagement with tickets on sale through Sunday, December 18 only. Go behind the scenes of the poster photo shoot with HUgh Dancy and Nina Arianda below!

Photo Flash: VENUS IN FUR Poster Released; Rehearsals Begin Today!
by Nicole Rosky - September 19, 2011


Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie starts rehearsals today. The production stars Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C'). VENUS IN FUR will begin previews on Thursday, October 13 and open Tuesday, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The production will play a limited 10 week engagement with tickets on sale through Sunday, December 18 only.

Venus in Fur History

Other Productions of Venus in Fur

2010   Off-Broadway Classic Stage Company Production
Off-Broadway
2012   Broadway Manhattan Theatre Club Production/Lyceum Theatre Transfer
Broadway
2012   Broadway Lyceum Theatre Transfer
Broadway
2017   West End West End Premiere at Theatre Royal Haymarket
West End

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