Director

Arthur Kopit

Writing

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Directed movies: 0Directed series: 0All crew credits: 14

TMDB ID: 129690

IMDb ID: nm0465792

Known for: Writing

Born: May 10, 1937

Died: April 2, 2021

Age: 83

Place of birth: New York City, New York

Gender: Male

Adult content flag: No

Career span: 1967 - 2021

Years active: 55

Average TMDB rating: 6.11

Wikidata: Q770566

Also known as

Arthur Lee Kopit

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Writer (7)Theatre Play (5)Musical (1)Screenplay (1)

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Biography

Arthur Kopit (1937–2021) was an acclaimed American playwright known for his innovative and satirical works. Born in New York City, he studied engineering at Harvard University but discovered his passion for theater during his time there. Kopit gained recognition with his play Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mama's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad (1960), which parodied avant-garde drama and the Theatre of the Absurd. His other notable works include Indians (1969), Wings (1978), and the musical Nine (1982), for which he wrote the book. Kopit's plays often explored themes of American culture, identity, and societal issues, showcasing his sharp wit and theatrical creativity.

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