Harold Clurman

Theatre director and producer, co-founder of Group Theatre

Harold Clurman - Theatre director and producer, co-founder of Group Theatre
Born

September 18th, 1901
123 years ago

Died

1980
45 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An influential theatre director and producer in American theatre, played a pivotal role in the development of the modern American theatre scene. Co-founded the Group Theatre in 1931, which became a formative influence in the American theatrical landscape. Directed significant productions such as 'The Skin of Our Teeth' and 'Waiting for Lefty'. Clurman also contributed essays and critiques on theatre, shaping the discourse around dramatic arts.

Co-founded the Group Theatre

Directed 'Waiting for Lefty'

Directed 'The Skin of Our Teeth'

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