For distinguished criticism, One thousand dollars ($1,000).
Chicago Tribune , by Paul Gapp
The Jury
The Jury
Joseph M. Ungaro(Chair)
Vice President and Executive Editor, Westchester Rockland Newspapers
William D. James
Editor, Great Falls Tribune
Paul Janensch
Managing Editor, The Courier Journal
Ed Johnson
Executive Editor, The Gainesville Sun
Winners in Criticism
Walter Kerr
For articles on the theater in 1977 and throughout his long career.
William McPherson
For his contribution to "Book World."
Alan M. Kriegsman
For his critical writing about the dance during 1975.
Roger Ebert
For his film criticism during 1974.
1979 Prize Winners
Herbert L. Block
For the body of his work.