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Ben Hecht

Ben Hecht is a playwright, bookwriter whose BroadwayWorld credits include Lily of the Valley.

Date of Birth: February 28, 1894

Date of Death: April 18, 1964 (70)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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PLAYWRIGHTS' PLATFORM to Take Place at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present Playwrights' Platform, a live anthology of new short plays, on its outdoor Meadow Stage and in the Black Box Theater as part of its Annual Festival.
Stage and Screen Star Jon Cypher Dies at 94
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2026

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Jon Cypher, who starred opposite Julie Andrews in Cinderella and had several Broadway and off-Broadway credits, has died. Read his obituary here.
A Broadway Walking Tour- 8 Historic Spots to Visit in the Theatre District 
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 9, 2026

Broadway's biggest landmarks are easy to spot, but some of the Theatre District's most fascinating stories are hiding in plain sight. From historic theaters and legendary rehearsal spaces to tucked-away tributes and unexpected Broadway landmarks, these lesser-known stops will add a whole new act to your next walking tour!
Northlight Theatre to Cut Ribbon on New Evanston Home
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026

Northlight Theatre will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new Evanston venue, featuring remarks from Illinois House Majority Leader Robyn Gabel and other officials ahead of the space's inaugural season.
Cast Set for THE FRONT PAGE at Northlight Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2026

Northlight Theatre will open its new theater in Evanston with The Front Page, Jeffrey Hatcher’s world premiere adaption of the rapid-fire classic comedy that also inspired the 1940 film His Girl Friday.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present 2026 Annual Festival With Valerie June, EVIDENCE & More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2026

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park announced its 2026 Annual Festival in Tivoli, NY, featuring three consecutive Saturdays of dance, music, and storytelling curated by Michèle Steinwald, with performers including Valerie June, Calpulli Danza Mexicana, and EVIDENCE.
Jessie Mueller, Abby Mueller and More to Perform at Northlight Theatre Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026

Northlight Theatre will present their Grand Opening Gala, “Celebrating our Past, Building our Future,” marking the culmination of the company’s 50th Anniversary Season and the beginning of a new era in Evanston.
Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown Evanston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, has revealed its inaugural season in the company’s new home at 1012 Church Street in Downtown Evanston.
Review: THE FRONT PAGE at Fountain Hills Theater
by Herbert Paine - Nov 3, 2025

THE FRONT PAGE, although it is a crazy and ridiculous scenario, still resonates with audiences today. Fountain Hill Theater’s portrayal of the show is a great take on a classic show. 
Film Forum to Host Jack Lemmon Tribute Series Featuring Special Guests Bob Odenkirk, Juliet Mills, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025

JACK LEMMON 100, a two-week festival of classics from the 1950s to the 1990s, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 29, in commemoration of Lemmon’s centennial year in 2025.
Review: FUNNY GIRL at Kansas City Music Hall
by Alan Portner - Dec 4, 2024

FUNNY GIRL is one of the crown gems of the American Musical Theater. Kansas City audiences will be treated to a first-class production of a show that many theater buffs know about but have never seen. Tuesday night’s performance starred Leah Platt in the lead role of Fanny Brice. Leah has a gangbuster voice fully displayed as she plows through an excellent score with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Bob Merrill.
Classic American Tales to Present Christmas Gathering in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Classic American Tales is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.   
CAT's Final Three TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE for 2024 Will Include Works By George Ade & Will Rogers
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024

CAT has announced the final three 'Tales at the Dormer House' for 2024, featuring works by George Ade and Will Rogers.
Classic American Tales Will Host Stories by Paley, Goyen, Baum, Hecht, Ade, and Wells
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

Every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. through October 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present readings of stories, plays, and poetry at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast, 800 Columbia Avenue in Cape May, NJ.
Classic American Tales Presents Tales From O. Henry, Twain, Paley And Goyen
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2024

Classic American Tales announced a new production featuring works by O. Henry, Twain, Paley, and Goyen.
Darryl Maximilian Robinson Debuts With Culver City Public Theatre as Bensinger in THE FRONT PAGE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

Local Los Angeles Area theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. But usually he has performed in small and intimate venues. But this summer he will be sharing his talents in a somewhat larger forum.
Review: MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS at ARTS Theatre
by Barry Lenny - Jun 8, 2024

See the play, it’s a great night in the Arts Theatre.
MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS Comes to Adelaide Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024

Adelaide Repertory Theatre  will present Moonlight and Magnolias, written by Ron Hutchinson, and directed by Harry Dewar. Performances are 6-8 and 13-15 June 2024 at 7.30 pm, 9 June 2004 at 3.00 pm and 15 June 2024 at 2.00 pm.
Full Cast & Creative Team Set For ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY At Blank Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024

Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2024 season, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, music by Cy Coleman, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.
Blank Theatre Company Announces Their 2024 Season & New Company Members
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2024

Blank Theatre Company announces their 2024 season featuring two full-length productions and new additions to the company.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Ben Hecht written?

Ben Hecht has written 19 shows including The Hero of Santa Maria (Playwright), The Egotist (Playwright), The Front Page (Playwright), The Great Magoo (Playwright), Jumbo (Bookwriter), To Quito and Back (Playwright), Ladies and Gentlemen (Playwright), Lily of the Valley (Playwright), Seven Lively Arts (Bookwriter), Swan Song (Playwright), A Flag is Born (Playwright), Hazel Flagg (Source Material), Winkelberg (Playwright), We Take the Town (Source Material), On the Twentieth Century (Source Material), Head Over Heels (Source Material), Windy City (Source Material), On the 20th Century (Source Material), Twentieth Century (Playwright).

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