David Belasco, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

David Belasco

American theatrical producer, impresario, director and playwright

Date of Birth: 25-Jul-1853

Place of Birth: San Francisco, California, United States

Date of Death: 14-May-1931

Profession: screenwriter, actor, writer, playwright, theater director

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo

David Belasco (July 25, 1853 – May 14, 1931) was an American theatrical producer, impresario, director and playwright.
He was the first writer to adapt the short story Madame Butterfly for the stage, and he launched the theatrical career of many actors, including James O'Neill, Mary Pickford, Lenore Ulric and Barbara Stanwyck.
Belasco pioneered many innovative new forms of stage lighting and special effects in order to create realism and naturalism.