Sophie Treadwell
American playwright
Biography
Sophie Anita Treadwell (October 3, 1885 – February 20, 1970) was an American playwright and journalist of the first half of the 20th century. She is best known for her play Machinal which is often included in drama anthologies as an example of an expressionist or modernist play. Treadwell wrote dozens of plays, several novels, as well as serial stories and countless articles that appeared in newspapers. In addition to writing plays for the theatre, Treadwell also produced, directed and acted in some of her productions. The styles and subjects of Treadwell's writings are vast, but many present women's issues of her time, subjects of current media coverage, or aspects of Treadwell's Mexican heritage.
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Career highlights
Employers / organisations
- San Francisco Bulletin
Notable works
- Machinal
- Highway
Family
- Spouse(s)
- W. O. McGeehan
Quick answers about Sophie Treadwell
- How old was Sophie Treadwell?
- Sophie Treadwell died on February 20, 1970 at the age of 84.
- When is Sophie Treadwell's birthday?
- Sophie Treadwell was born on October 3, 1885.
- Where was Sophie Treadwell born?
- Sophie Treadwell was born in Stockton.
- What is Sophie Treadwell's zodiac sign?
- Sophie Treadwell's zodiac sign is Libra.
- What is Sophie Treadwell's nationality?
- Sophie Treadwell is a citizen of United States.
- What does Sophie Treadwell do?
- Sophie Treadwell is known as journalist, playwright, novelist, actor.
- Who has Sophie Treadwell been married to?
- According to Wikidata, Sophie Treadwell's spouse is or was W. O. McGeehan.
