John Mason Brown

John Mason Brown was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “Paris mil neuf cent,” “Critic at Large,” and “Camera Three.”

Personal and Family Life

John Mason Brown was born on July 3, 1900, in Louisville, Kentucky. He married Catherine Screven Meredith on February 11, 1933, and they had two children together. His father was John M. Brown, and his mother was Carrie Ferguson. Brown was a talented drama critic and lecturer, contributing significantly to the world of theater and literature.

Career

Brown served as a drama critic for the New York Evening Post from 1929 to 1941 and wrote a column called “Seeing Things” for The Saturday Review starting in 1944. He was involved in many aspects of the performing arts, including being a biographer, anthologist, and television panelist. Brown became widely recognized for his insights into dramatic works, although he famously resigned from the Pulitzer Prize drama jury in 1963 due to a disagreement over the exclusion of Edward Albee’s “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf.”

Death and Legacy

John Mason Brown passed away on March 16, 1969, in New York City from pneumonia. His contributions to drama criticism and the arts left a lasting impact, remembered by those in the theater community. Over the years, Brown became a respected figure, known for his passionate critiques and dedication to the arts.

Filmography