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James Kirkwood Jr.

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Book Writer 1924–1989 On stage 1941

James Kirkwood Jr. (August 22, 1924 – April 21, 1989) was an American playwright, author and actor. In 1976 he received the Tony Award, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Book of a Musical, and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for the Broadway hit A Chorus Line.

On stage 1 production

1941 Junior Miss Lyceum Theatre · Original

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Also credited on2 works

A Chorus Line
A Chorus Line (2006 Revival)

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  • What this person played. No cast list we hold records a character against a performer.
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