John Van Druten

John William Van Druten (1 June 1901  19 December 1957) was an English playwright and theatre director. He began his career in London, and later moved to America, becoming a U.S. citizen. He was known for his plays of witty and urbane observations of contemporary life and society.

John Van Druten
Van Druten in 1932,
photographed by Carl Van Vechten
Born
John William Van Druten

(1901-06-01)1 June 1901
London, England
Died19 December 1957(1957-12-19) (aged 56)
Resting placeCoachella Valley Public Cemetery
Occupations
  • Playwright
  • theatre director
Years active1924–1952
Parents
  • Wilhelmus van Druten (father)
  • Eva (mother)
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