![]() Fierstein reprised his lauded performance in the subsequent Los Angeles and London productions.įollowing the success of Torch Song Trilogy, Mr. For his portrayal of Arnold, Fierstein received the Tony Award for Best Leading Actor, as well as a Drama Desk Award and Theater World Award. The production received the Tony Award for Best Play, as well as the Drama Desk, OBIE, and Dramatist Guild Awards. Torch Song Trilogy debuted Off Broadway in 1981, then transferred to Broadway in 1982. The three one-acts that comprise Torch Song Trilogy- The International Stud, Fugue in a Nursery, and Widows and Children First!-individually premiered at La MaMa ETC beginning in 1978, forever changing his career trajectory. Fierstein’s early works include Flatbush Tosca, In Search of the Cobra Jewels, and Freaky Pussy. He followed that with appearances in more than 60 Off Off Broadway productions including work with The Playhouse of the Ridiculous, Negro Ensemble Company, WPA, and Theater Genesis. ![]() Harvey Fierstein made his professional acting debut at La MaMa ETC in 1971 in Andy Warhol's only play, Pork. ![]()
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