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Swados

American  
[swey-dohs, swah‑] / ˈsweɪ doʊs, ˈswɑ‑ /

noun

  1. Harvey, 1920–72, U.S. novelist and short-story writer.


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When he was still in high school, Gutierrez was mentored by the composer, writer and director Elizabeth Swados, a pillar of La MaMa.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2022

Renowned directors who worked there included Alan Schneider, whom Ms. Fichandler said was among her main influences, Garland Wright, Elizabeth Swados and the Romanian Liviu Ciulei.

From New York Times • Jul. 29, 2016

Elizabeth Swados, known as Liz, was born on Feb. 5, 1951, in Buffalo.

From New York Times • Jan. 5, 2016

With music by Elizabeth Swados, this sonically lush production of Shakespeare’s late play — presented by La MaMa at the Ellen Stewart Theater — takes its cue from Prospero’s slave, Caliban.

From New York Times • Oct. 14, 2014

Elizabeth Swados, the playwright and composer, first dramatized children’s stories in her musical “Books Cook!,” and now she’s done it again, this time choosing titles with Jewish themes.

From New York Times • May 31, 2012

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