Israel Horovitz
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- March 31, 1939 in Wakefield, Massachusetts, USA
- Died
- November 9, 2020
- Active Years
- 1969–2016 (48 Years)
- Total Credits
- 25 credits in database
Biography
Israel Horovitz was an American playwright, screenwriter, director, actor, and co-founder of the Gloucester Stage Company. He was born on March 31, 1939, in Wakefield, Massachusetts, to parents Hazel Rose Solberg and Julius Charles Horovitz. In 1979, he co-founded the Gloucester Stage Company, where he served as artistic director until 2006. He later served on the board, ex officio and as artistic director emeritus, until his resignation in November 2017. Throughout his life, Horovitz was married to Elaine Abber, Doris Keefe, and Gillian Adams. He was the father of Rachael Horovitz, Matthew Horovitz, Adam Horovitz, and twins Hannah and another child. Israel Horovitz died on November 9, 2020, at the age of 81.
Career overview
Israel Horovitz was an American playwright, screenwriter, director, and actor who was born on March 31, 1939, in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The son of Hazel Rose Solberg and Julius Charles Horovitz, he built a multifaceted career in the arts spanning multiple decades. In addition to his work as a playwright and screenwriter, Horovitz established a significant presence in regional theater administration and production.
In 1979, Horovitz co-founded the Gloucester Stage Company. He served as its artistic director until 2006. Following his tenure as artistic director, he continued his association with the organization by serving on the board, acting in an ex officio capacity, and holding the title of artistic director emeritus until his resignation in November 2017.
Throughout his life, Horovitz was recognized in film and theatrical databases for his writing credits and contributions to the entertainment industry. His personal and family life included marriages to Elaine Abber, Doris Keefe, and Gillian Adams, and he was the father of several children, including Rachael, Matthew, Adam, Hannah, and a twin. Horovitz passed away on November 9, 2020, at the age of 81.
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25 titles- Maggie's Plan (2016) Thanks
- My Old Lady (2014) Director
- My Old Lady (2014) Theatre Play
- My Old Lady (2014) Screenplay
- My Old Lady (2014) Executive Producer
- Greenwich Village: Music That Defined a Generation (2013) as Self
- Love Simple (2009) as James
- New York, I Love You (2008) Writer
- New York, I Love You (2008) Adaptation
- Security (2007) Writer
- James Dean (2001) as Louis Schurr
- James Dean (2001) Screenplay
- Sunshine (1999) as Poet
- Sunshine (1999) Screenplay
- North Shore Fish (1997) as Dr. Berkowitz
- North Shore Fish (1997) Theatre Play
- North Shore Fish (1997) Writer
- Subway Stories (1997) as Older Man (segment "The Listeners")
- The General Motors Playwrights Theater (1991) Writer
- Author! Author! (1982) Writer
- Believe in Me (1971) Writer
- The Strawberry Statement (1970) as Dr. Benton
- The Strawberry Statement (1970) Screenplay
- It's Called the Sugar Plum (1969) Writer
- The First Seven Years as Feld
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Israel Horovitz is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Maggie's Plan (2016), Love Simple (2009), New York, I Love You (2008), New York, I Love You (2008).
When and where was Israel Horovitz born?
Israel Horovitz was born on March 31, 1939 in Wakefield, Massachusetts, USA. They passed away on November 9, 2020.
How many credits does Israel Horovitz have?
Israel Horovitz has accumulated over 25 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1969 to 2016.
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Israel Horovitz was an American playwright, screenwriter, director, actor, and co-founder of the Gloucester Stage Company. He was born on March 31, 1939, in Wakefield, Massachusetts, to parents Hazel Rose Solberg and Julius Charles Horovitz. In 1979, he co-founded the Gloucester Stage Company, where he served as artist...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- James Dean (2001) as Louis Schurr — aged about 62
- Sunshine (1999) as Poet — aged about 60
- Love Simple (2009) as James — aged about 70
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