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Biography
William Russell is an English dramatist, lyricist and composer. His best known works are Educating Rita, Shirley Valentine, Blood Brothers and Our Day Out.
Awards & recognition
- honorary Master of Arts · 1983
- Laurence Olivier Awards
- Tony Award — Best Book of a Musical · 1993 · nominated
- Academy Award — Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay · 1984 · nominated
