Harris, William, 1884-1946.

Dates:
Birth 1884
Death 1946

Biographical notes:

William Harris, Jr. (1884-1946) entered the family theater business in 1912 upon the death of his older brother Henry B. Harris (1866-1912). Until his retirement in 1939, William Harris, Jr. managed New York City theaters, produced plays on Broadway, and organized road companies of his most successful stage efforts.

From the guide to the William Harris, Jr. papers, 1914-1934, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.)

William Harris, Jr. (1884-1946) entered the family theatre business in 1912 after the death of his older brother, Henry B. Harris. Until his retirement in 1939, William Harris, Jr. managed New York City theaters, produced plays on Broadway and organized road companies of his shows.

From the description of William Harris, Jr. Papers, 1914-1934. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122626843

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Subjects:

  • Theater
  • Theater
  • Theater
  • Theater management

Occupations:

  • Theatrical producers and directors
  • Theatrical managers

Places:

  • New York (State)--New York (as recorded)