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defying gravity

OVERVIEW
Playwright: Jane Anderson
Type: Drama
Number of Actors: 7
Location: UNA
Date: April 2023
Description:
This free-structured look at the 1986 Challenger disaster, in which a teacher and six others died as they hurtled into space, explores our need to reach beyond ourselves and dare the universe.
Awards:
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Stanley Award for Best Direction of Defying Gravity
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Stanley Award for Best Overall Play for Defying Gravity
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Stanley Award for Best Costume Design for Defying Gravity
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Nomination for BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards for Best Play for Defying Gravity
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Nomination for BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards for Best Director for Defying Gravity
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