Kevin O'Morrison

Kevin O'Morrison, born on May 25, 1916, in St. Louis, Missouri, is a distinguished American playwright and actor whose career spans several decades. In the 1940s, he embarked on his journey in the performing arts, making a name for himself across theatre, radio, television, and film. It wasn't until the 1960s that he turned his creative talents to playwriting, producing a significant body of work that has garnered attention both Off-Broadway and in various theatres across the United States, as well as in Europe.

O'Morrison's contributions to drama have been recognized through numerous accolades. He is a proud Creative Art Public Service (CAPS) Playwriting Fellow and a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Playwriting Fellow. His play "A Party For Lovers" earned him the First Prize for Playwriting from the National Repertory Theatre. Additionally, he received The Pinter Review Gold Medal for Drama for his work "The Nighgatherers." Notably, two of his plays, "The Morgan Yard" and "Ladyhouse Blues," were selected for staging at The O'Neil National Playwrights Conference. "The Morgan Yard" further gained acclaim when it was featured at The Dublin Play Festival, where Siobhan McKenna received Ireland's "Best Actress" Award for her lead performance. Kevin O'Morrison's legacy in the world of theatre continues to inspire both audiences and fellow playwrights alike.