George Furth was an American actor best known for his roles in “Company,” “Shampoo,” and “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.” He was also a playwright who contributed significantly to the Broadway scene.
Personal and Family Life
George Furth was born on December 14, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois. He studied at Northwestern University, where he earned a degree in speech, and later received a Master of Fine Arts from Columbia University. Furth had a long friendship with actor Warren Beatty, which led to collaborations in various films.
Career
Furth began writing plays in the late 1960s and collaborated with Stephen Sondheim on the groundbreaking musical “Company,” which opened in 1970. The musical explored adult themes, showcasing the complexity of relationships and commitments. It featured interconnected stories, presented in a unique format that defied traditional narrative structure.
Death and Legacy
George Furth passed away on August 11, 2008, from a lung infection in Santa Monica, California. His work, especially on “Company,” left a lasting impact on Broadway and the portrayal of modern relationships in musical theatre. Furth’s contributions continue to be celebrated by theatre enthusiasts and artists alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid | 1969-09-23 | Woodcock |
| Nobody’s Perfect | 1968-01-12 | Hamner |
| The New Interns | 1964-06-01 | Dr. Phil Osterman |
| Shampoo | 1975-02-11 | Mr. Pettis |
| The Boston Strangler | 1968-10-08 | Lyonel Brumley |
| MegaForce | 1982-06-25 | Professor Eggstrum |
| Hooper | 1978-07-28 | Bidwell |
| Norman… Is That You? | 1976-09-29 | Mr. Sukara |
| A Rage to Live | 1965-10-20 | Paul Rutherford |
| How to Save a Marriage and Ruin Your Life | 1968-01-17 | Roger |