Willis Hall
English playwright and author
Born
April 6th, 1929
96 years ago
Died
2005
20 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English playwright and author, Hall gained prominence in the 1950s and 1960s. His work often explored the themes of social change and the human condition. Collaborated with the playwrights of the time, contributing significantly to British theater. Many of Hall's works were staged in notable theaters and helped shape the landscape of contemporary drama in England.
Wrote the play 'The Cheviot, the Stag and the Black, Black Oil'
Contributed to the development of regional theater
Authored the play 'The Lads'
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