Clyde Fitch (Playwright) - On This Day

Clyde Fitch

Playwright Clyde Fitch

Profession: Playwright

Nationality:
United States of America
American

Biography: From 1890 to the early 1900s, Fitch was the most popular playwright on Broadway. He was the first American to achieve the respect which had thus far been reserved for European writers.

Some of his most well-reputed works include 'Nathan Hale' (1898), 'The Climbers' (1901), and 'The Girl with the Green Eyes' (1902).

Born: May 2, 1865
Birthplace: Elmira, New York, USA
Star Sign: Taurus

Died: September 4, 1909 (aged 44)
Cause of Death: Blood poisoning after an appendectomy

Historical Events

  • 1890-05-17 Clyde Fitch's play "Beau Brummel" premieres in NYC
  • 1901-01-21 Clyde Fitch's play "The Climbers" premieres in NYC
  • 1901-11-04 Clyde Fitch's stage play "Way of the World" opens at the Savoy Theatre, NYC; runs for 48 performances
  • 1902-12-25 Clyde Fitch' play "The Girl with the Green Eyes" premieres in NYC
  • 1903-12-28 Clyde Fitch's play "Glad of It" premieres in NYC
  • 1907-01-07 Clyde Fitch's play "The Truth" premieres in NYC
  • 1909-12-21 Clyde Fitch's play "The City" premieres in NYC

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