John Van Druten
John Van Druten | |
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Van Druten in 1932, photographed by Carl Van Vechten | |
| Born | John William Van Druten 1 June 1901 |
| Died | 19 December 1957 (aged 56) Indio, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Coachella Valley Public Cemetery |
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| Years active | 1924–1952 |
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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.