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Arthur Miller

Date of Death: February 10, 2005 (89)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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BIO

Miller (1915-2005) was born in New York City and studied at the University of Michigan. October 2015 marked the centenary of his birth. His plays include The Man Who Had All the Luck (1944), All My Sons (1947), Death of a Salesman (1949), The Crucible (1953), A View from the Bridge and A Memory of Two Mondays (1955), After the Fall (1964), Incident at Vichy (1964), The Price (1968), The Creation of the World and Other Business (1972), The Archbishop's Ceiling (1977), The American Clock (1980) and Playing for Time (1980). Later plays include The Ride Down Mt. Morgan (1991), The Last Yankee (1993), Broken Glass (1994), Mr. Peters' Connections (1998), Resurrection Blues (2002), and Finishing the Picture (2004). Other works include Situation Normal, reportage (1944), Focus, a novel (1945), The Misfits, a screenplay and a cinema novel (1961), and the texts for In Russia (1969), In the Country (1977), and Chinese Encounters (1979), three books in collaboration with his wife, photographer Inge Morath. Memoirs include 'Salesman' in Beijing (1984), and Timebends, an autobiography (1987). Short fiction includes the collection I Don’t Need You Anymore (1967), the novella, Homely Girl, a Life (1995) and Presence: Stories (2007). Essay collections include The Theater Essays of Arthur Miller (1978) and Echoes Down the Corridor: Collected Essays 1944–2000, as well as the individually published On Politics and the Art of Acting (2001). Among other honors, he received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1949 for Death of a Salesman.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
Workshop, 1977
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[College/University (US)]
World Premiere, 1974
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Productions

 
[College/University (US), 1974]
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Writing

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Source Material
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Movies

Death of a Salesman
[ 1951 ] writer
The Crucible
[ 1957 ] writer
Most pereyti nelzya
[ 1960 ] writer
The Misfits
[ 1961 ] writer
A View from the Bridge
[ 1962 ] writer
Tsena
[ 1969 ] writer
Everybody Wins
[ 1990 ] writer
Eden
[ 2001 ] Father
National Theatre Live: A View from the Bridge
[ 2015 ] writer

Awards and Nominations


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Drama League Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

Arthur Miller, A View from the Bridge

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

Arthur Miller, The Crucible


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Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Revival

Arthur MillerThe Crucible

Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Revival

Arthur MillerDeath Of A Salesman

Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Play

Arthur Miller, The Ride Down Mt. Morgan


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Revival - Play

Arthur Miller, The Price


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Revival-Musical

Arthur MillerThe American Clock


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Revival-Musical

Arthur Miller, A View from the Bridge


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Revival-Play

Arthur Miller, All My Sons


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Special Awards

Arthur Miller


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Tony Awards - 1999 - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre

Arthur Miller


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Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Special Awards

Arthur Miller


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The Lortels - 1998 - Outstanding Lifetime Achievement

Arthur Miller

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Revival-Play

Arthur Miller, A View from the Bridge

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Revival-Play

Arthur Miller, The American Clock

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Revival-Play

Arthur Miller, All My Sons


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Olivier Awards - 1995 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

Arthur MillerBroken Glass


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Drama League Awards - 1994 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre

Arthur Miller

Olivier Awards - 1994 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

Arthur MillerThe Last Yankee

Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Play

Arthur Miller, Broken Glass

Olivier Awards - 1986 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

Arthur MillerThe American Clock

Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Play

Arthur Miller, The Price

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1953 - Best American Play

Arthur Miller, The Crucible


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Tony Awards - 1953 - Best Play

Arthur Miller, The Crucible


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1949 - Best American Play

Arthur Miller, Death of a Salesman


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The Pulitzer Prize - 1949 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Arthur Miller, Death of a Salesman


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Tony Awards - 1949 - Best Play

Arthur Miller, Death of a Salesman


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1947 - Best American Play

Arthur Miller, All My Sons


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Tony Awards - 1947 - Best Play

Arthur Miller, All My Sons

Videos

News


Video: Sadie Sink Talks Broadway Return in JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 31, 2025

Sadie Sink is returning to Broadway in the new play John Proctor is the Villain. Ahead of its premiere, the star visited The Tonight Show to talk about her love for theater and how she feels returning to her Broadway roots. Watch the interview now!
Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN UK Tour Cast and Creatives Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025

Trafalgar Theatre Productions and Raw Material - producers of a new UK Tour of one of the greatest plays of the twentieth century, Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman – have announced the full cast and creative team for the production.
LEGALLY BLONDE, LIFE OF PI, and More Set For Citadel Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

The Citadel Theatre has announced a brand-new season of theatre. From familiar classics to new and groundbreaking scripts, learn more about the 2025/26 Season here!
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Licensing Available to High Schools Through Broadway Licensing
by Michael Major - Jan 23, 2025

Water for Elephants is now available for licensing exclusively to high schools. This exciting opportunity allows high schools to stage the show beginning in early fall 2025, alongside the launch of the musical’s First National Tour.
Review: SALESMAN IN CHINA at National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - Jan 21, 2025

NAC English Theatre presents the Stratford Festival’s production of Salesman in China, written by Canadian playwrights, Leanna Brodie and Jovanni Sy for two weeks only at the National Arts Centre. Arthur Miller’s acclaimed play, Death of a Salesman, was written in 1949. The story is about Willy Loman, a travelling salesman from Brooklyn, and his relationship with his two sons. Despite his optimism, Willy is struggling to live the American Dream: a comfortable existence with a steady income, a nice home, with a wife and kids who have been raised to be successful in their own right.
Review: DEATH OF A SALESMAN at Colony Theatre
by Harker Jones - Jan 21, 2025

The themes in DEATH OF A SALESMAN are universal and timeless, though that doesn’t mean they always resonate. Firmer direction and better sound would have elevated this production so that it landed with more heft.
Shattered Globe Theatre Will Receive $20,000 Award from the National Endowment for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Shattered Globe Theatre has announced that it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $20,000.
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
DEATH OF A SALESMAN to be Presented at PlayMakers Repertory Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025

PlayMakers Repertory Company will present Arthur Miller's Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning classic Death of a Salesman. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
19 Theater Books for Your Winter 2025 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 11, 2025

From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theater history; check out our collection of 19 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.
David Hayman Will Lead New UK Tour of Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman will embark on tour in a fresh new production led by acclaimed actor David Hayman. Learn more about the show here!
Lucy Pattison Appointed Executive Director of the Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2025

The Young Vic Theatre has today Lucy Pattison as its new Executive Director. Lucy, who is currently a freelance Producer and General Manager will join the organisation.
Critics' Choice: Louise Penn's 2024 Highlights
by Louise Penn - Dec 20, 2024

From the bold new musicals aimed at Gen Z audiences, to classic play revivals and experimental dance productions, London has offered a variety of shows across its stages this year. Louise Penn celebrates her pick of the work of the West End and smaller off-West End spaces.
The Top 10 Theater Productions in St. Louis for 2024
by James Lindhorst - Dec 12, 2024

This past season was the year of the drama in St. Louis Theater. Patrons returned to the theatre in droves and many of the regional companies experienced strong box office with sold-out or extended runs. Tesseract Theater Company had a breakout year, placing two productions on this top 10 list. The Black Rep, ERA, They Muny, New Jewish Theater, The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, and STAGES St. Louis all benefited from positive word of mouth and strong single ticket box office sales thanks to their marvelous seasons and well-reviewed productions.  
Interview: Will Lyman Talks Playing Scrooge in Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by R. Scott Reedy - Dec 6, 2024

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Founding Artistic Director of South Coast Repertory Martin Benson Dies at 87
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

 South Coast Repertory has announced the passing of Founding Artistic Director Martin Benson on Saturday, Nov. 30 at the age of 87. Read the full obituary here.
Arthur Miller's THE PRICE to Open Off-Broadway at Theatre at St. Clements
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

The Village Theater Group will present the first Off-Broadway production of Arthur Miller’s classic, The Price. Tony-nominated for “Best Play” in 1968, this Miller masterpiece is the inaugural production of the theater company. Learn more!
DEATH OF A SALESMAN by Arthur Miller to Open at The Colony Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024

Panic Productions will present the Arthur Miller's classic production Death Of A Salesman.  Mark Blanchard will direct. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Musician Finneas O’Connell Reveals He Would 'Love' to Pursue Theater
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 26, 2024

In a recent interview, musician Finneas O’Connell revealed that he is interested in working in theatre, citing Arthur Miller and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins as two of his favorite playwrights.
Video: Kristen Bell and Emily Goglia Perform WICKED and FROZEN Medley
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024

Kristen Bell joined Emily Goglia for a guest appearance during her cabaret show at The Moon Room in Los Angeles earlier this week. The duo performed a medley of songs from Wicked and Frozen. Check out the video here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Arthur Miller been in?

Arthur Miller has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Arthur Miller been in?

Arthur Miller has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Arthur Miller been nominated for?

Arthur Miller has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of the notable nominations include Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for "A View from the Bridge" and "The Crucible," Best Revival (Olivier Awards) for "The Crucible" and "Death Of A Salesman," Best Play (Tony Awards) for "The Ride Down Mt. Morgan," Outstanding Revival - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for "The Price," Outstanding Revival-Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "The American Clock" and "A View from the Bridge," Outstanding Revival-Play (Drama Desk Awards) for "All My Sons," Special Awards (Drama Desk Awards), Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards), Outstanding Lifetime Achievement (The Lortels), BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for "Broken Glass," Unique Contribution to the Theatre (Drama League Awards), BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for "The Last Yankee," Best Play (Tony Awards) for "Broken Glass" and "The Price," Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for "The Crucible," "Death of a Salesman," and "All My Sons," and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for "Death of a Salesman."

What awards has Arthur Miller won?

Arthur Miller has won several awards for his work on Broadway. Some of his notable wins include Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for "A View from the Bridge," Best Revival (Olivier Awards) for "The Crucible," Outstanding Revival - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for "The Price," and Outstanding Revival-Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for both "A View from the Bridge" and "The American Clock." He has also received Special Awards (Drama Desk Awards) and a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards). Other accolades include Outstanding Lifetime Achievement (The Lortels), BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for "Broken Glass," Unique Contribution to the Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Play (Tony Awards) for "The Crucible," Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for "Death of a Salesman," and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for "Death of a Salesman." Additionally, Miller won Best Play (Tony Awards) for both "Death of a Salesman" and "All My Sons," and Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for "All My Sons."

How many shows has Arthur Miller written?

Arthur Miller has written 23 shows including The Crucible (Source Material), Incident at Vichy (Playwright), The Creation of the World and Other Business (Playwright), Up From Paradise (Bookwriter/Lyricist), The Price (Playwright), The American Clock (Playwright), Up from Paradise (Bookwriter), Danger: Memory! (Playwright), Urban Blight (Bookwriter), The Last Yankee (Playwright), Broken Glass (Playwright), The American Clock (Playwright), A View From the Bridge (Playwright), I Can't Remember Anything/The Last Yankee (Playwright), Mr. Peter's Connections (Playwright), The Ride Down Mt. Morgan (Playwright), Death of a Salesman (Playwright), The Price (Playwright), The Ride Down Mt. Morgan (Playwright), The Crucible (Playwright), The Man Who Had All The Luck (Playwright), After The Fall (Playwright), All My Sons (Playwright).

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