Piaf (1981)

Written by Pam Gems
Directed by Howard Davies
Cast: Jane Lapotaire, Zoë Wanamaker, Lewis Arlt, Michael Ayr, Cynthia Carle, Robert Christian, Stephen Davies, Peter Friedman

Piaf is a play by Pam Gems that focuses on the life and career of French chanteuse Edith Piaf. The biographical drama with music portrays the singer as a self-destructive, promiscuous alcoholic and junkie who, in one controversial scene, urinates in public. The original production starred Jane Lapotaire in the title role, and included Ian Charleson as Pierre.

Theater: Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre · Broadway
Closed: June 28, 1981

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When does Piaf close?

Piaf closed on June 28, 1981.