A wildly funny, surprising and devastating tale of survival as seen through the lens of a troubling relationship between a young girl and an older man. HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE is the story of a woman who learns the rules of the road and life from behind the wheel.
Johanna Day, who was part of the original cast of *How I Learned to Drive* at the Vineyard Theatre, boasts an impressive Broadway resume including a Tony-nominated performance in *Sweat* and roles in *The Nap*, *You Can’t Take It With You*, and *Proof*. more...
David Morse, a stage veteran known for his Emmy-nominated roles on “House” and HBO’s “John Adams,” won a Lucille Lortel Award, a Drama Desk Award, and an Obie Award for his performance in the original Off-Broadway production of "How I Learned to Drive." more...
Kerry O'Malley, an accomplished actress with a rich background in television, film, and theater, has graced the stage in numerous notable productions, including her role in "How I Learned to Drive," showcasing her versatile talent and extensive training from Duke University and the American Repertory Theater Institute at Harvard University. more...
Mary-Louise Parker, who recently won the 2021 Tony Award for her role in *The Sound Inside*, returned to the stage in the Broadway revival of *How I Learned to Drive*, reprising the role she originally brought to life off-Broadway, earning her an Obie Award, Lucille Lortel Award, and an Outer Critics Circle nomination. more...
Awards and Nominations
1997 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Play: David Morse won.
1997 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Best Actor - Play: David Morse was nominated but did not win.
Best Actress - Play: Mary-Louise Parker was nominated but did not win.
1997 The Lortels
Outstanding Lead Actor: David Morse won.
Outstanding Lead Actress: Mary-Louise Parker won.
Production Team
Mark Brokaw Director
Jess Goldstein Costume Designer
Mark McCullough Lighting Designer
Narelle Sissons Scenic Designer
David Van Tieghem Sound Designer
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