Entertainment8/14/2025NYT

George C. White, Founder of Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, Dies at 89

George C. White, the founder of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, passed away at the age of 89. White established the center in 1964, which became a renowned institution for nurturing budding playwrights and their new works. The center's summer conferences provided these writers with a platform to experiment and showcase their creations, many of which went on to achieve success on the New York stage. White's vision and dedication to supporting emerging talent in the theater industry left a lasting impact on the American theater landscape. The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center continues to serve as a vital hub for the development of new plays and playwrights, carrying forward White's legacy and commitment to fostering the next generation of theatrical voices.

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