Playwrights who died on November 30

Take a focused look at the playwrights who passed away on November 30. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1900 Oscar Wilde

  Oscar Wilde was an Irish poet, playwright, and novelist known for his wit, flamboyant style, and sharp social commentary. Wilde rose to prominence in the late 19th century with celebrated works such as 'The Importance of Being Earnest' and 'The Picture of Dorian Gray.' He was imprisoned in 1895 for 'gross indecency' due to his homosexual relationships, a scandal that … [bio]