Joseph Maher

Joseph Sylvester Maher (29 December 1933 – 17 July 1998) was an Irish actor, playwright, and occasional theatre director. He was best known for his roles in the comedies of Joe Orton. He received three Tony Award nominations for his roles in the plays Spokesong, Night and Day, and Loot, with the last winning him a Drama Desk Award. His other accolades included an Obie Award and a Laurence Olivier Award nomination.

Joseph Maher
Maher as St. Peter in Second Chance, c. 1987
Born
Joseph Sylvester Maher

(1933-12-29)29 December 1933
Westport, County Mayo, Ireland
Died17 July 1998(1998-07-17) (aged 64)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Resting placeAughaval Cemetery
Occupations
  • Actor
  • Playwright
  • Theatre director
Years active1959–1998
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