David Henry Hwang ♂️

David Henry Hwang, born on August 11, 1957, is a prominent American playwright, librettist, screenwriter, and theater professor at Columbia University. Notable works include "M. Butterfly," "Chinglish," and "Soft Power." His achievements span Tony, Grammy, and OBIE Awards, with multiple Pulitzer Prize nominations. Hwang has contributed to Broadway musicals, screenplays, and TV series, receiving recognition for his diverse talents. He is a professor at Columbia University, a Trustee of the American Theatre Wing, and a member of the Dramatist Guild. Hwang's impact extends beyond his creative endeavors, with recent honors including induction into the Lucille Lortel Playwrights’ Sidewalk and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. His influential career is also celebrated through The David Henry Hwang Society, dedicated to the scholarly examination of his plays.