by Pat BlaufussPublic Relations ManagerWestport Country Playhouse was closed during World War II " from 1942 through 1945. Blackouts; rationing; actors, staff, patrons in the armed forces; the population's concern and apprehension " all contributed to mothballing the theater for four seasons. Lawrence Langner, who founded the Playhouse in 1931, was artistic director during the war. Born in South Wal…
SOURCE: Westport Country Playhouse at 03:15PM on May 20, 2015