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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
by Simon Stephens
About the Play
The Olivier Award-winner for Best New Play brings Mark Haddon's best-selling novel about an autistic boy to life.
Story:
Christopher may be only 15 and ill-equipped to interpret everyday life, but he’s got an incredible brain that works in ways others can’t imagine. When believed to have killed his neighbor’s dog, Christopher dedicates himself to uncovering the true killer, embarking on an inspiring journey that changes his life forever.
Playwright
Simon Stephens
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon
Broadway Premiere
- Theatre
- Ethel Barrymore Theatre
- Opening Night
- Oct 5, 2014
- Total Performances
- 799
- Original Cast
- Alexander Sharp, Taylor Trensch, Francesca Faridany, Ian Barford, Enid Graham, Helen Carey, Mercedes Herrero, Richard Hollis, Ben Horner, Jocelyn Bioh, David Manis
- Director
- Marianne Elliott
- Scenic Design
- Bunny Christie
- Costume Design
- Bunny Christie
- Lighting Design
- Paule Constable
- Sound Design
- Ian Dickinson for Autograph
- Video Design
- Finn Ross
- Movement Directors
- Scott Graham and Steven Hoggett for Frantic Assembly
- Music
- Adrian Sutton
2012 Film Version
- Movie Name
- The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
- Type
- Filmed Live on Stage: National Theatre Live
- Director
- Marianne Elliott
- Screenplay
- Simon Stephens
- Starring
- Luke Treadaway, Niamh Cusack, Paul Ritter
Scripts, Videos, Merchandise and More
2015 Tony Award Nominations
Best Play
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play - Alex Sharp
Best Direction of a Play
Best Scenic Design of a Play
Best Lighting Design of a Play
Best Choreography
2015 Drama Desk Award Nominations
Outstanding Play
Outstanding Actor in a Play - Alex Sharp
Outstanding Sound Design in a Play
Outstanding Lighting Design
Outstanding Director of a Play
Outstanding Projection Design
2015 Theatre World Award Nominations
Alex Sharp
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