Harold Prince
Theatre director and producer of 'Phantom'
Born
January 30th, 1928
97 years ago
Died
July 31st, 2019
5 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent director and producer in American theatre, contributions spanned over several decades. Collaborated with Stephen Sondheim on multiple productions, including 'Company' and 'Sweeney Todd'. Directed the original Broadway production of 'The Phantom of the Opera', which became one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history. Received numerous Tony Awards for outstanding direction and production in theatre.
Directed 'The Phantom of the Opera'
Co-created 'Company' with Stephen Sondheim
Won 21 Tony Awards
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