Edward Kook
– Notable figure in the theater industry
– Received the Special Tony Award in 1947
– Involved in the production of ‘Oklahoma!’
– Recognized by the United States Institute for Theatre Technology
– Has an entry on IMDb
United States Institute for Theatre Technology
– Organization dedicated to promoting theater technology
– Provides resources and support for professionals in the field
– Recognizes outstanding contributions to the theater industry
– Plays a role in preserving and advancing theater technology
– Offers educational opportunities for aspiring theater technicians
Special Tony Award (1947-1975)
– Award category established to honor individuals’ exceptional contributions to the theater industry
– Presented annually from 1947 to 1975
– Recognized various notable figures in the theater world
– Included recipients such as Dora Chamberlain, Ira and Rita Katzenberg, Jules Leventhal, Burns Mantle, P. A. MacDonald, and Vincent Sardi Sr.
– Highlighted the diverse talents and achievements within the theater community
References
– Edward F. Kook
– United States Institute for Theatre Technology
– Retrieved 2022-05-03
External links
– Edward Kook at IMDb
– Special Tony Award (1947-1975)
– Dora Chamberlain / Ira and Rita Katzenberg / Jules Leventhal / Burns Mantle / P. A. MacDonald / Vincent Sardi Sr. (1947)
– Oklahoma! Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Kook
Edward F. Kook (1903–1990) was an American stage lighting engineer who helped to develop the art form, receiving a Special Tony Award for his contributions in 1952. He was a lecturer in it at two Ivy League universities, Columbia University and Yale School of Drama, and was president of the United States Institute for Theatre Technology from 1975 to 1977.