Opened at the Music Box Theatre on April 4, 1961. Closed November 25, 1961 after 271 performances — 8 months. A Far Country is a play by Henry Denker. The work premiered on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre on April 4, 1961, where it closed on November 25, 1961, after 271 performances. Produced by Roger L. Stevens and Joel Schenker, the production was directed by Alfred Ryder and used sets by Donald Oenslager and costumes by Ann Roth. Lead actress Kim Stanley was nominated for a Tony Award for her portrayal of Elizabeth von Ritter. Wiki link