Harley Granville-Barker
British actor, director and playwright
Born
Died
1946
79 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Significant contributions made to the theatre as a playwright, director, and actor. Authored influential plays, including 'The Madras House' and 'The Voysey Inheritance'. Served as a director at the Lyric Hammersmith, helping to shape modern theatre. Also recognized for advocating for the importance of theatrical art and education. Worked in the early 20th century, influencing both contemporaries and future generations of playwrights and directors.
Authored 'The Madras House'
Directed at the Lyric Hammersmith
Wrote 'The Voysey Inheritance'
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