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Terence RattiganEnglish playwright, one of the most popular authors of the mid-20th century, master of the so-called “well-made play.”
Date of Birth: 10.06.1911
Country:  Great Britain |
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Biography of Terence Rattigan
Terence Mervyn Rattigan was born on June 10, 1911, in London. He was an English playwright and one of the most popular authors of the mid-20th century. Rattigan attended Harrow and Oxford University, where he joined the university theatre society.
Early Career
Rattigan's first play, "First Episode," which he co-wrote with F. Heman, was produced by a professional theatre in 1933 but received little attention from critics. Undeterred, Rattigan left his studies and moved to London, hoping for success in the theatre industry.
Breakthrough and Success
Rattigan achieved his first major success in 1936 with the farcical comedy "French Without Tears," which ran for over 1000 performances. This was followed by "Flare Path" in 1942, "While the Sun Shines" in 1943, and "Love in Idleness" in 1944 (released in the US as "O Mistress Mine"). Rattigan's plays enjoyed long runs in the United States.
Notable Works
"The Winslow Boy" (1946), a poignant drama about a father's quest to restore his son's reputation, earned Rattigan the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award in 1947. Among Rattigan's other notable plays are "The Browning Version" (1948), "The Deep Blue Sea" (1952), "Separate Tables" (1955), "The Sleeping Prince" (1956), "Ross" (1960), "A Bequest to the Nation" (1970), and "In Praise of Love" (1974). Rattigan also wrote screenplays, including adaptations of his own plays for the big screen.
Legacy
Terence Rattigan passed away on November 30, 1977, in Hamilton, Bermuda. He is remembered as one of the most significant playwrights of his time, known for his skillful portrayal of interpersonal relationships and his ability to capture the complexities of human emotions on stage. His works continue to be performed and appreciated by audiences worldwide.
