Pulitzer all about 'Doubt'.(John Patrick Shanley awarded the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for his play)

From: Daily Variety | Date: April 5, 2005| Author: Hofler, Robert | Copyright information

John Patrick Shanley has been awarded the 2005 Pulitzer Prize in drama for his play "Doubt." Columbia U's school of journalism made the announcement Monday.

"Doubt" opened March 31 on Broadway alter an earlier run this season at the Manhattan Theater Club. Cherry Jones and Brian F. O'Byrne headline the drama of a nun who accuses a priest of sexual misconduct. Shanley said he began work on "Doubt" shortly alter the U.S. invaded Iraq, and some legit critics have noted the ...

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