Henry Arthur Jones

English playwright and critic

Henry Arthur Jones - English playwright and critic
Born

September 20th, 1851
173 years ago

Died

1929
96 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1851, this individual made significant contributions to English theatre through a prolific writing career. The playwright's works addressed social issues and challenged prevailing norms of the time. Key plays include 'The Silver Box', 'Mary Comes First', and 'The Case of Rebellious Susan'. Besides writing, this person worked as a drama critic, providing insights on various theatrical productions, which influenced public perception of theatre.

Wrote 'The Silver Box'

Wrote 'Mary Comes First'

Wrote 'The Case of Rebellious Susan'

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