Moss Hart

American director and playwright of 'You Can't Take It With You'

Moss Hart - American director and playwright of 'You Can't Take It With You'
Born

October 24th, 1904
120 years ago

Died

December 20th, 1961
63 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An influential American director and playwright emerged in the early 20th century. Hart collaborated with numerous writers and producers in the Broadway theater scene, becoming a prominent figure in American drama. His most notable work, 'You Can't Take It With You', received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1937. Additionally, Hart co-directed the iconic musical 'My Fair Lady' with Frederick Loewe, achieving significant acclaim. The combination of his writing and direction helped shape modern American theater, leaving a lasting legacy.

Wrote and directed 'You Can't Take It With You'

Co-directed 'My Fair Lady' with Frederick Loewe

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