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Elmer Rice

playwright

Born: Died: American

Elmer Rice was an American playwright. He is best known for his plays The Adding Machine (1923) and his Pulitzer Prize-winning drama of New York tenement life, Street Scene (1929).

Notable For

American playwright

Elmer Rice's Historical Timeline

  1. Elmer Rice is born

    Elmer Rice, American playwright, known for american playwright, was born on 1892-09-28. Elmer Rice was an American playwright.

  2. Philip Barry and Elmer Rice's play "Cock Robin" premieres in NYC

    Philip Barry and Elmer Rice's play "Cock Robin" premieres in NYC

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Elmer Rice born?
Elmer Rice was born on 1892-09-28 (American).
What is Elmer Rice known for?
American playwright
What historical events involved Elmer Rice?
Elmer Rice was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Elmer Rice is born, Philip Barry and Elmer Rice's play "Cock Robin" premieres in NYC.
When did Elmer Rice die?
Elmer Rice died on 1967-01-01.

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