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Herman Levin

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Herman Levin
Herman Levin, 1963
Born
Herman Nathaniel Levin

(1907-12-01)December 1, 1907
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
DiedDecember 27, 1990(1990-12-27) (aged 83)
New York, New York
OccupationTheatrical producer
Notable workMy Fair Lady
Gentleman Prefer Blondes
The Great White Hope
AwardsTony Award for Best Musical (1957)
Tony Award for Best Play (1969)

Herman Nathaniel Levin (December 1, 1907 – December 27, 1990) was an American attorney and theatrical producer. He is most notable for the original production of My Fair Lady (1956), one of the most successful musicals in Broadway history.[1] He also produced Gentleman Prefer Blondes, and the play The Great White Hope. He won two Tony Awards during his career.[2]

He died at New York Hospital, aged 83, following a stroke.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Hischak, Thomas S. (1 January 2009). "Levin, Herman". The Oxford Companion to the American Musical. Oxford University Press. doi:10.1093/acref/9780195335330.001.0001/acref-9780195335330-e-1084. Retrieved August 4, 2024.
  2. ^ a b Tomasson, Robert E. (December 28, 1990). "Herman Levin, 83, Producer, Dies; His Hits Included 'My Fair Lady'". The New York Times. p. 4. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
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