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David Belasco

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American theatrical producer, impresario, director and playwright (1853-1931)

United StatesWritersLived 1853 to 1931 · aged 77
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David Belasco was an American theatrical producer, impresario, director, and playwright. He was the first writer to adapt the short story Madame Butterfly for the stage. He launched the theatrical career of many actors, including James O'Neill, Mary Pickford, Lenore Ulric, and Barbara Stanwyck.

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Belasco in 1873Belasco in 1873Poster for The Heart of Maryland with Maurice Barrymore and Mrs. Leslie CarterPoster for The Heart of Maryland with Maurice Barrymore and Mrs. Leslie CarterBelasco's monogramBelasco's monogramChilds Restaurant Scene in The Governor's LadyChilds Restaurant Scene in The Governor's Lady

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David Belasco was an American theatrical producer, impresario, director, and playwright. He was the first writer to adapt the short story Madame Butterfly for the stage. He launched the theatrical career of many actors, including James O'Neill, Mary Pickford, Lenore Ulric, and Barbara Stanwyck. Belasco pioneered many innovative new forms of stage lighting and special effects in order to create realism and naturalism.

Country
United States
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Writers
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Writer / Author
Status
deceased
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Lived 1853 to 1931 · aged 77
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20 languages

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