(Understudy)
Lanny Flaherty, known for his versatile roles in films like "Natural Born Killers" and "Signs," as well as television appearances including "The Equalizer" and "White Collar," brought his extensive acting experience to the cast of "Requiem for a Heavyweight" more...
John Lithgow, who has an illustrious career in theater and film, brought his remarkable talent to the stage in "Requiem for a Heavyweight," further solidifying his status as a versatile and accomplished actor. more...
George Segal, who studied at The Actors Studio and began his career as an understudy in the 1956 off-Broadway production of The Iceman Cometh, continued to make his mark on Broadway with notable performances in Gideon (1961-62) and Rattle of a Simple Man (1963), and later gained acclaim in films such as Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966) and A Touch of Class (1973). more...
Maria Tucci, an accomplished actress with a career spanning over five decades, brought her extensive stage experience to "Requiem for a Heavyweight," adding depth and nuance to her performance. more...
Awards and Nominations
1985 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: John Lithgow won.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: David Proval was nominated but did not win.
1985 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: John Lithgow was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Arvin Brown Director
Tom Fay Composer
(Incidental Music)
(Incidental Music)
Paul Huntley Wig Designer
Marjorie Bradley Kellogg Scenic Designer
Bill Walker Costume Designer
Ron Wallace Lighting Designer
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