John Kenley
American theatrical producer and performer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John Kenley (February 20, 1906 ā October 23, 2009) was an American theatrical producer who pioneered the use of television stars in summer stock productions. In 1950, he was the first producer to desegregate live theater in Washington, DC. In 2004 he was made an Honorary Life Member of Actors' Equity for his contributions to American theater. His Kenley Players company was described by Variety as "the largest network of theaters on the straw-hat circuit."
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Born | (1906-02-20)February 20, 1906 Denver, Colorado, U.S. |
Died | October 23, 2009(2009-10-23) (aged 103) Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
Occupation | Theatrical producer |
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