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Philip Rose, 'Raisin' and 'Purlie' Producer, Dies at 89 by BRUCE WEBER

Mr. Rose, the producer of shows like "A Raisin in the Sun" and "Purlie Victorious," advanced the cause of black playwrights and actors and helped widen the scope of American theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:08am on June 2, 2011 ☆ ⚑

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