Joe Papp in Five Acts
Originally released in 2012. Joe Papp in Five Acts is a documentary film. directed by Karen Thorsen. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Olympia Dukakis, David Hare, and David Henry Hwang
Synopsis
Joe Papp, the founder of the New York Shakespeare Festival and, subsequently, The Public Theater—arguably the most important theatre in North America—is profiled in this documentary that neither sanctifies nor vilifies him. He brought us free Shakespeare in the Park, Hair and A Chorus Line, and nurtured many of America’s greatest playwrights, directors and actors. His complex personality and mercurial behavior are much in evidence and spoken of with frankness through interviews with some of America’s most celebrated artists, including Meryl Streep, Christopher Walken, Martin Sheen, Kevin Kline, and James Earl Jones.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 30, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Papp Project
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Papp in Five Acts about?
Joe Papp, the founder of the New York Shakespeare Festival and, subsequently, The Public Theater—arguably the most important theatre in North America—is profiled in this documentary that neithe...
Who directed Joe Papp in Five Acts?
Joe Papp in Five Acts was directed by Karen Thorsen.
How long is Joe Papp in Five Acts?
Joe Papp in Five Acts has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Joe Papp in Five Acts released?
Joe Papp in Five Acts was released on April 30, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Joe Papp in Five Acts?
The main cast of Joe Papp in Five Acts includes Olympia Dukakis, David Hare, David Henry Hwang, James Earl Jones, Larry Kramer.