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    How did the Obie awards, awards for off-Broadway plays, get their name?

    Question #2918. Asked by Gob.

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    The Obie Award is given annually by The Village Voice newspaper for excellence and creative achivement in off-Broadway theatre. The name derives from 'O.B.' - 'Off-Broadway'!

    May 30 00, 10:44 AM

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