The Ferryman
One of the most ferociously rewarding climaxes of my playgoing experience. That sensation, of a tension released by consummate storytelling, is what a theater lover lives for
The Washington Post
Why see The Ferryman?
Winner Of Three Olivier Awards & four Tonys
After storming London's West End, and earning eight Olivier Nominations in the process, Jez Butterworth's The Ferryman is heading to the bright lights of Broadway! Set in 1980s Ireland, The Ferryman has set London alight with its thrilling plot and incredible script and now aims to bring its resounding success to Broadway this fall.
From the writer that brought you Jerusalem, The Ferryman has already started sweeping up awards across the pond, winning Best Play and Best Director (Sam Mendes) at London's Evening Standard Awards as well as being bagging three Olivier Awards for Best Actress, Best Director and American Airlines Best New Play! In this dark tale, The Ferryman takes us back to a turbulent past as one rural family come face to face with the troubles that grip the nation.
What's The Ferryman about?
Set during the height of the 'Troubles', the story centres on the farming Carney family, residing in rural County Derry. As they prepare to bring in the year's harvest, their peaceful idyll is shattered with the arrival of a visitor. Bringing troubling news of a prison hunger strike in which 10 republican prisoners starved themselves to death, the large family are faced with a choice; to take up the sword in aid of the prisoners or work the fields for the family.
Key Information
Run Time
Three hours and 15 minutes, with one intermission and one five minute pause between acts 2 and 3
Dates
Finished Jul 7, 2019
Cast
Brian d'Arcy James as Quinn Carney
Holley Fain as Caitlin Carney
Emily Bergle as Mary Carney
Graham Winton as Frank Magennis
Charles Dale as Father Horrigan
Shuler Hensley as Tom Kettle
Sean Delaney as Micahel Carney
Fionnula Flanagan as Aunt Maggie Far Away
Jack DiFalco as Shane Corcoran
Ralph Brown as Muldoon
Fred Applegate as Uncle Patrick Carney
Julia Nightingale as Shena Carney
Terence Keely as Diarmaid Corcoran
Ethan Dublin as Oisin Carney
Ann McDonough as Aunt Patricia Carney
Glenn Speers as Lawrence Malone
Collin Kelly-Sordelet as James Joseph Carney,
Audrey Bennett, Peter Bradbury, Trevor Harrison Braun, Will Coombs, Carly Gold, Holly Gould, Matilda Lawler, Michael McArthur, Bella May Mordus, Griffin Osbourne and Brooklyn Shuck.
Creative
Written by Jez Butterworth
Directed by Sam Mendes
Designed by Rob Howell
Awards
Tony Awards, 2019 - Wins
Best Play
Best Direction of a Play - Sam Mendes
Best Scenic Design of a Play - Rob Howell
Best Costume Design of a Play - Rob Howell
Tony Awards, 2019 - Nominations
Best Play
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play - Paddy Considine
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play - Laura Donnelly
Best Direction of a Play - Sam Mendes
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play - Fionnula Flanagan
Best Scenic Design of a Play - Rob Howell
Best Costume Design of a Play - Rob Howell
Best Sound Design of a Play - Nick Powell
Best Lighting Design of a Play - Peter Mumford
Drama Desk Awards, 2019 - Wins
Outstanding Play
Outstanding Director of a Play - Sam Mendes
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Outstanding Sound Design
Drama Desk Awards, 2019 - Nominations
Outstanding Play
Outstanding Director of a Play - Sam Mendes
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Outstanding Sound Design
Olivier Awards, 2018 - Wins
Best Actress - Laura Donnelly
Best Director - Sam Mendes
American Airlines Best New Play
Olivier Awards, 2018 - Nominations
Award for Best Set Design - Rob Howell
Best Actor in a Supporting Role - John Hodgkinson
Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Brid Brennan and Dearbhla Molloy
Best Actor - Paddy Considine
Best Actress - Laura Donnelly
Best Director - Sam Mendes
American Airlines Best New Play - The Ferryman
Reviews
Our review
A Marvellous Story
Having made its way to Broadway after great success in London. Butterworth's new play takes place in the Carney home in 1981, a farmhouse filled with family and love, and ongoing chores to ensure everyone participates in the festivities.
Nicola Quinn
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