Behrman, S. N. (Samuel Nathaniel Behrman), 1893-1973, American dramatist, b. Worcester, Mass., grad. Harvard 1916. His sophisticated comedies often attempt to probe the consciences of the wealthy and privileged. They include The Second Man (1927), Rain from Heaven (1934), No Time for Comedy (1939), Fanny (1954) with Joshua Logan, and Lord Pengo (1962). His books include an autobiography, The Worcester Account (1954), and a biography of Max Beerbohm (1960).

(born June 9, 1893, Worcester, Mass., U.S.—died Sept. 9, 1973, New York, N.Y.) U.S. playwright. He contributed to New York newspapers and magazines and studied drama at Harvard University. His successful first play, the light comedy The Second Man (1927), was followed by the popular Meteor (1929), Brief Moment (1931), and Biography (1932). His more serious plays include Rain from Heaven (1934) and No Time for Comedy (1939). Noted for addressing complex social and moral issues, he wrote over 25 comedies in his 40-year career, and nearly every one was a hit.

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(born June 9, 1893, Worcester, Mass., U.S.—died Sept. 9, 1973, New York, N.Y.) U.S. playwright. He contributed to New York newspapers and magazines and studied drama at Harvard University. His successful first play, the light comedy The Second Man (1927), was followed by the popular Meteor (1929), Brief Moment (1931), and Biography (1932). His more serious plays include Rain from Heaven (1934) and No Time for Comedy (1939). Noted for addressing complex social and moral issues, he wrote over 25 comedies in his 40-year career, and nearly every one was a hit.

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Behrman is a surname and may refer to:

• Andy Behrman
• Dave Behrman
• David Behrman
• Martin Behrman
• SS Martin Behrman, named after him
• Joy Behrman
• S. N. Behrman

See also

• Berman
• Behrmann