Melvin Bernhardt (Director) | Playbill

Melvin Bernhardt

Director

The plays he made his name with were largely character-focused, and Mr. Bernhardt was known for having a knack with helped actors create and develop their portrayals.

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  • Born: Feb 26, 1931 in Buffalo, NY
  • Death: Sep 12, 2015 in New York, NY

Awards

Drama Desk Award
1981 Outstanding Director of a Play Nominee
1978 Outstanding Director of a Play Winner
Outer Critics Circle
1978 Outstanding Director of a Play Winner
Tony Award
1982 Best Direction of a Play Nominee
1978 Best Direction of a Play Winner
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