Max Weitzenhoffer

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Max Weitzenhoffer (born October 30, 1939) is an American theatre producer living in Oklahoma. [1] He is known for his theatrical productions, philanthropic and contribution to the theater industry. He was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1994.

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Early life and education

Weitzenhoffer was born October 30, 1939. [2]

He earned an honorary doctorate in 2000 in addition to a bachelor's degree in fine arts in 1961 from University of Oklahoma. [3]

Professional career

Weitzenhoffer started his professional life as a co-manager of the La Jolla Playhouse in California in 1963 and 1964. [4] In 1969, he co-founded Gimpel & Weitzenhoffer Ltd., beginning his journey as a producer. His Broadway productions include "Dracula," which earned him a Tony Award in 1978. [5] His success continued with "The Will Rogers Follies," for which he received another Tony Award in 1991. [6]

Weitzenhoffer's collection includes A Little Night Music, A Moon for the Misbegotten, and Medea. [4] He made Broadway and the West End through collaborations with artists like Kevin Spacey, Christian Slater, and Kathleen Turner. [7] [8]

In addition to producing, Weitzenhoffer co-founded Nimax Theatres. [9] [10] He also co-owns major venues with Nica Burns, including the Palace, Lyric, Apollo, Garrick, Vaudeville, and Duchess Theatres. [11] [12]

Awards and recognition

Personal life

Weitzenhoffer lives in Oklahoma. [5] [14]

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