Alan Jay Lerner

Alan Jay Lerner (1918–1986) was an American screenwriter, librettist and writer.

Also recorded as Al Lerner; Albert Lerner.

Alan Jay Lerner in brief

Born
1918
Died
1986
Known for
screenwriter, librettist, writer, biographer, lyricist, songwriter, film producer and playwright
Place of birth
New York City
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Overview

Born at New York City in 1918, died at New York City in 1986.

In detail

Alan Jay Lerner studied at Harvard University, Choate Rosemary Hall and Bedales School. the recorded working language is English.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are pop and musical play.

Membership is recorded of Writers Guild of America West and Lerner and Loewe.

Distinctions recorded are Grammy Trustees Award, Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay, Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay and Kennedy Center Honors.

Sources

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    “Alan Jay Lerner”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q961893: Alan Jay Lerner

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