Vinnette Carroll

Vinnette Carroll was born on March 11, 1922 in New York City, New York, USA. She was an actress and director, known for The Reivers (1969), ITV Play of the Week (1955) and The American Parade (1974). She died on November 5, 2002 in Lauderhill, Florida, USA.




Bio:
Vinnette Carroll was born on March 11, 1922 in New York City, New York, USA. She was an actress and director, known for The Reivers (1969), ITV Play of the Week (1955) and The American Parade (1974). She died on November 5, 2002 in Lauderhill, Florida, USA.


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First black woman to direct a play on Broadway (Don't Bother Me I Can't Cope - 1972)Founder and artistic director of the Urban Arts Corps, an organization devoted to supporting black and Hispanic actors.Has been nominated for Broadway's Tony Award three times: in 1973, as Best Director (Musical) for "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope;" and in 1977, as both Best Director (Musical) and Best Book (Musical) for "Your Arm's Too Short to Box with God."She was awarded t... [Details Intro]