Arthur Laurents
1917 - 2011
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Biography
Arthur Laurents was an American playwright, screenwriter, and director best known for his work in theatre and film. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1917. Laurents wrote the scripts for several successful plays and musicals, including 'West Side Story' and 'Gypsy'. He was known for his sharp wit and biting dialogue, which earned him critical acclaim in the entertainment industry.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I think it's too easy often to find a villain out of the headlines.
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I suppose if you've never bitten your nails, there isn't any way to explain it. It's not fun. It's not enjoyable. It's horribly habit-forming.
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In the theater, everyone has to be equally kind.
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Nobody can be exactly like me. Even I have trouble doing it.
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Musicals are easier to take across the board - people understand them the way they understand a movie.