The Playhouse and World War II by Westport Country Playhouse

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…

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