Langner, Lawrence, 1890-1962

Epithet: of the Theatre Guild of New York

British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000498.0x0001d8

Lawrence Langner (1890-1962), playwright, author, and producer, was born in Swansea, South Wales, on May 30, 1890. He had a long and varied career in the American theater where he began as one of the founders of the Washington Square Players in 1914. In 1919 he founded the Theatre Guild where he supervised over 200 productions. Langner was also founder and Chairman of the American Shakespeare Festival. With his wife, Armina Marshall he owned and operated the Westport (Connecticut) Country Playhouse. In addition to his plays, Langner wrote several books including an autobiography, Magic Curtain . Langner was also involved in patent law and was a founder of the National Inventors Council. This interest is reflected in some of his plays and other writings.

From the guide to the Lawrence Langner papers, 1915-1962, (The New York Public Library. Billy Rose Theatre Division.)

Lawrence Langner (1890-1962), playwright, author, and producer, was born in Swansea, South Wales, on May 30, 1890.

He had a long and varied career in the American theater where he began as one of the founders of the Washington Square Players in 1914. In 1919 he founded the Theatre Guild where he supervised over 200 productions. Langner was also founder and chairman of the American Shakespeare Festival. With his wife, Armina Marshall, he owned and operated the Westport (Connecticut) Country Playhouse. In addition to his plays, Langner wrote several books including an autobiography, Magic Curtain. Langner was also involved in patent law and was a founder of the National Inventors Council. This interest is reflected in some of his plays and other writings.

From the description of Lawrence Langner papers, 1915-1962. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122346286