Wilson Mizner: Biography, Facts and Career
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Wilson Mizner ( MIZE-ner) (May 19, 1876 – April 3, 1933) was an American playwright, raconteur, and entrepreneur. His best-known plays are The Deep Purple, produced in 1910, and The Greyhound, produced in 1911. He was manager and co-owner of the restaurant The Brown Derby in Los Angeles, California, and was part of the failed project of his older brother Addison to create a new resort in Boca Raton, Florida. He and Addison are the protagonists of Stephen Sondheim's musical Road Show (alternately known as Wise Guys, Gold!, and Bounce).
Quick facts about Wilson Mizner
- Full name: Wilson Mizner
- Born: 1876-05-19
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q259427
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Who is Wilson Mizner?
Wilson Mizner ( MIZE-ner) (May 19, 1876 – April 3, 1933) was an American playwright, raconteur, and entrepreneur.
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Wilson Mizner is United States.
When was Wilson Mizner born?
Wilson Mizner was born on 1876-05-19.



