Tim Kelly

Tim Kelly (October 2, 1931 – December 7, 1998) was an American playwright who wrote over three hundred plays.

Biography Kelly was born in Saugus, Massachusetts on October 2, 1931. He graduated from Emerson College with a bachelor's degree and received a master's degree in play-writing from Yale University.

Kelly was a drama critic and journalist in Phoenix, Arizona (1965–1967) and was particularly noted for the broad scope of his work, which covered everything from mysteries to musicals to serious drama. He was also a screen and television writer (1968–1978).

In 1995, he became a member of the College of Fellows of the American Theatre.

On December 7, 1998, Kelly died suddenly at home of a brain hemorrhage (age 67).

Awards and honors Emerson College recognized him for his "contributions to the field of playwriting" on two occasions. The University of Wyoming's American Heritage Center holds a Tim Kelly Collection.