playwright
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At the end of his book, Mr. Currey regrets not having the space to discuss even more artists, mentioning the choreographer Pina Bausch, the novelist John O’Hara, the playwright Aphra Behn and others.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
“It was either classics or new work,” he recalled, “and I chose new work partly because I like the partnership with the playwright in the room.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
But one senses that the playwright is at a loss to find a plausible ending after the simmering conflicts have erupted into a full conflagration.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026
But the playwright who also wrote “Street Scene” didn’t want the bold effects of his drama to eclipse the human story.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
He wanted a more creative career instead, and he set out to develop the skills to become a playwright.
From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow
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