Miguel Pinero

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Miguel Pinero

Country

United States

Birth - Death

1946 - 1988

Occupation

Playwright

Description

Playwright and poet, and co-founder of the Nuyorican Poets Café, despite a background infused with criminal and gang participation (which often was the subject of his work). Notable works include 'Sideshow' (1974) and 'Short Eyes' (1974). Other awards include a Drama Desk Award, Outstanding New Playwright (1974), New York Drama Critics' Circle Award, Best American Play (1974), and an Obie Award, Best American Play (1974). Partner was painter Martin Wong.

See Also

• Notable LGBTQ Playwrights

Further Reading/Research

• http://www.poetryfoundation.org/bio/miguel-pinero
• http://www.nytimes.com/1988/06/18/obituaries/miguel-pinero-whose-plays-dealt-with-life-in-prison-is-dead-at-41.html