Marsha Norman
Playwright and author of ''night, Mother'
Born
September 21st, 1947
77 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An accomplished playwright and author, contributions include numerous plays and works that explore complex themes of identity, family, and human connection. 'night, Mother won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1983 and focuses on a mother-daughter relationship. Other significant works include Getting Out and The Secret Garden, which adapted the beloved children's novel into a successful Broadway musical. Additionally, notable contributions to television include co-writing the miniseries My Antonia. Teaching and mentoring have also been significant, influencing many within theatrical circles.
'night, Mother
Getting Out
The Secret Garden
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