George C. White, Founder of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, Dies at 89

George C. White, Founder of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, Dies at 89

George C. White, founder of the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, died August 6, 2025, just ten days before his 90th birthday. Over 37 years as Chairman, White transformed Waterford, Connecticut, into one of the most celebrated hubs for developing new plays and musicals in the United States. He created a home for artists away from the pressures of New York, fostering work by August Wilson, Wendy Wasserstein, Christopher Durang, Sam Shepard, Meryl S…

George C. White, Founder of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, Has Died at 89

Mr. White had an immeasurable impact on the theatre industry through the Center, kickstarting the careers of countless playwrights, performers, directors, composers, and more.