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Howard Lindsay

American theatrical producer, director, playwright, librettist and actor (1889-1968) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 78

Howard Lindsay, born Herman Nelke, was an American playwright, librettist, director, actor and theatrical producer. He is best known for his writing work as part of the collaboration of Lindsay and Crouse, and for his performance, with his wife Dorothy Stickney, in the long-running play Life with Father.

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Tony Award for Best Musical1960
Pulitzer Prize for Drama1946

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Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1889 to 1968 · aged 78

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