Having Our Say
Adapted for the stage by Emily Mann, Having Our Say is an enthralling full-length play based on the bestselling book by Sarah (Sadie) Delany and Elizabeth (Bessie) Delany. This powerful production revolves around the remarkable lives of African-American sisters, Sadie and Bessie Delany, who both surpass the age of 100. Their extraordinary journey unfolds as they share their personal experiences, which include growing up as the daughters of a former slave who became a respected professor, establishing successful careers, and integrating a New York suburb.
During its celebrated run on Broadway, Having Our Say captivated audiences and received a Tony Award nomination for Best Play. Through this powerful adaptation of the Delany sisters' book, audiences are invited to witness a compelling tale that transcends race and gender, offering a profound reflection on American history as seen through the eyes of two unforgettable women.
| Drama Desk Award | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Outstanding Actress in a Play | Nominee |
| Outer Critics Circle | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Outstanding New Broadway Play | Nominee |
| Tony Award | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Play | Nominee | |
| 1995 | Best Direction of a Play | Nominee | |
| 1995 | Best Actress in a Play | Nominee |
| Week Ending | Week Number | This Week Gross Potential Gross | Diff $ | Avg Ticket Top Ticket | Seats Sold Seats in Theatre | Perfs Previews | % Cap This Week | Diff % cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 1995 | 31 | $239,033.00 $0.00 | $123,367.00 | $37.85 $50.00 | 6,316 781 | 8 0 | 101.09% | 39.85% |
| Dec 24, 1995 | 30 | $115,666.00 $0.00 | -$10,976.00 | $30.23 $50.00 | 3,826 781 | 8 0 | 61.24% | -5.05% |
| Dec 17, 1995 | 29 | $126,642.00 $0.00 | -$7,834.00 | $30.58 $50.00 | 4,142 781 | 8 0 | 66.29% | -8.07% |
| Dec 10, 1995 | 28 | $134,476.00 $0.00 | -$2,837.00 | $28.94 $50.00 | 4,646 781 | 8 0 | 74.36% | -0.29% |
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