H. R. Poindexter
American lighting and set designer
About H. R. Poindexter
Lived 1937 – 1977 (aged 39–40). H. R. Poindexter was an American lighting designer and theatre designer.
H. R. Poindexter (December 16, 1937 – September 24, 1977 ) was a theatre lighting designer and set designer. He designed many Broadway productions and received a Tony Award for Best Lighting Design in 1971 for his work on Paul Sills' Story Theatre. He is the father of Larry Poindexter.
He died of a heart attack at his home in Los Angeles.
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Who was H. R. Poindexter?
American lighting and set designer (1937-1977)
When was H. R. Poindexter born?
H. R. Poindexter was born on 16 December 1937 in Little Rock.
When did H. R. Poindexter die?
H. R. Poindexter died in 1977 in Los Angeles.
What was H. R. Poindexter's occupation?
H. R. Poindexter was a lighting designer and theatre designer.
What nationality was H. R. Poindexter?
H. R. Poindexter was American.
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