For a distinguished play by an American author, preferably original in its source and dealing with American life, One thousand dollars ($1,000).
The Gin Game , by Donald L. Coburn
The Jury
The Jury
Walter Kerr(Chair)*
Sunday Drama Critic, The New York Times
Edith Oliver
Drama Critic, The New Yorker
Edwin Wilson
Drama Critic, The Wall Street Journal
Winners in Drama
1978 Prize Winners
William Safire
For commentary on the Bert Lance affair.
Walter Kerr
For articles on the theater in 1977 and throughout his long career.