Amadeus (Broadway 1980-81)
by Peter Shaffer
Directed by Peter Hall
Broadhurst Theatre
New York
Opened 17 December 1980
Produced by theShubert Organisation
Elizabeth I McCann
Nelle Nugent
Roger S Berlind
Ian McKellen in the role of
Antonio Salieri
Words by Ian McKellen (with photos)
Awards for Ian McKellen in Amadeus on Broadway
Tony for Actor in a Play
Drama Desk for Outstanding Actor in a Play
Outer Critics' Circle Award for Best Actor
New York Drama League Delia Austrian Medal for Best Actor
Billboard outside theatre
Revival of National Theatre production.
4 November 1980: opened The National Theatre, Washington DC
17 December 1980: opened Broadhurst Theatre, Broadway
8 November 1981: Ian McKellen's final appearance as Salieri; he's replaced by John Wood
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