Tom Hendry
Canadian playwright and theatre founder
Born
1929
96 years ago
Died
December 2nd, 2012
12 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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A Canadian playwright co-founded the Manitoba Theatre Centre, significantly contributing to the development of professional theatre in Canada. Established the centre in 1958, which became a vital institution for new plays and productions. Actively engaged in writing and directing, producing numerous original works throughout a remarkable career.
Co-founded the Manitoba Theatre Centre
Wrote and directed various prominent plays
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