Ken Ludwig
Ken Ludwig (born March 15, 1950 in York, Pennsylvania ) is an American playwright and director .
Life
Ken Ludwig was born the son of a doctor and a former Broadway dancer. After graduating from high school in his hometown, he first studied at Haverford College , later at Harvard University and finally at Trinity College in Cambridge, England . His older brother Eugene was the Comptroller of the Currency under President Clinton from 1993 to 1998 .
Ludwig lives in Washington, DC , is married with two children.
Theater career
Even his first play Otello must not burst was a success that was translated into many languages and was followed by many other comedies and musicals .
Honors
- Laurence Olivier Award (twice)
- Tony Award (nominated three times)
- Helen Hayes Award (twice)
- Edgar Allan Poe Award
- Honorary Doctorate from York University
Web links
- Official website
- Ken Ludwig in theInternet Movie Database(English)
| personal data | |
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| SURNAME | Ludwig, Ken |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American playwright and director |
| DATE OF BIRTH | March 15, 1950 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | York, Pennsylvania |