Doinall Dhu O'Connor

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Doinall Dhu O'Connor (1894–1975) or Dan, was a New Zealand theatrical manager, concert impresario and businessman. He was born in Auckland, New Zealand in 1894.[1]

O'Connor is most well known for being the impresario who brought the Old Vic Theatre Company to Australia and New Zealand (1948–49), which included players Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh.[1]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b Simpson, Adrienne. "Doinall Dhu O'Connor". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Retrieved 23 April 2017.