John Kenley, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

John Kenley

American vaudeville performer

Date of Birth: 20-Feb-1906

Place of Birth: Denver, Colorado, United States

Date of Death: 23-Oct-2009

Profession: theatrical producer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces


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About John Kenley

  • John Kenley (February 20, 1906 – 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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