J. E. Franklin

J. E. Franklin (born August 10, 1937) is an American playwright, best known for her play Black Girl, which was broadcast on public television in 1969, staged Off-Broadway in 1971, and made into a feature film in 1972. She has written and adapted eleven plays for television, theater, and film.

J. E. Franklin
BornJennie Elizabeth Franklin
(1937-08-10) August 10, 1937
Houston, Texas, USA
OccupationPlaywright
NationalityAmerican
EducationUniversity of Texas at Austin
Notable worksBlack Girl
Notable awardsDrama Desk Award (1971–72) for Black Girl
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