Russel Crouse

American dramatist

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Russel Crouse (1893–1966) was an American dramatist and journalist. He is best known for his successful collaborations with Howard Lindsay.12

Before partnering with Lindsay, Crouse had a background in journalism and wrote a libretto for a musical, though it had a short run. He also penned nostalgic books about 19th-century America.2

Lindsay and Crouse's partnership began in 1933, leading to hits like Anything Goes (1934) and the record-breaking play Life with Father (1939). They also produced Arsenic and Old Lace and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1946 for their satire on American politics, State of the Union (1945). Their collaboration on The Sound of Music (1959) further cemented their legacy. Their work combined Lindsay's theatrical expertise with Crouse's wit, resulting in widely popular musicals and plays.2

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Lindsay and Crouse
…New York, New York) and Russel Crouse (b. February 20, 1893, Findlay, Ohio, U.S.—d. April 3, 1966, New York, New York) were notable both for their continual successes and for the way they complemented each other’s talents.
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…New York, New York) and Russel Crouse (b. February 20, 1893, Findlay, Ohio, U.S.—d. April 3, 1966, New York, New York) were notable both for their continual successes and for the way they complemented each other’s talents.
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