Vincent J. Donehue
Directing
- Born
- September 22, 1915 · Whitehall, New York
- Died
- January 17, 1966 (age 50)
Vincent J. Donehue was an American director celebrated for his contributions to theater, film, and television. Born in Whitehall, New York, he served in the Army Air Force during World War II before pursuing a career in the arts. Donehue directed several notable Broadway productions, including The Trip to Bountiful (1953) and The Sound of Music (1959), earning a Tony Award for Best Direction for Sunrise at Campobello (1958). He also directed the film adaptation of Sunrise at Campobello (1960), which garnered critical acclaim. Donehue's work was characterized by his ability to elicit powerful performances and his dedication to storytelling across multiple mediums.
Known for
Peter Pan
December 8, 1960
Lonelyhearts
March 4, 1959
Sunrise at Campobello
September 28, 1960
The Thief
January 4, 1955
Annie Get Your Gun
November 27, 1957
Sincerely, Willis Wade
December 13, 1956
Sizeman and Son
October 18, 1956
Heritage of Anger
November 15, 1956
The Star Wagon
January 24, 1957
Topaze
September 26, 1957
Behind the camera12
- 1960Peter Pan Director
- 1960Sunrise at Campobello Director
- 1959Lonelyhearts Director
- 1957Annie Get Your Gun Director
- 1957Topaze Director
- 1957The Star Wagon Director
- 1956Sincerely, Willis Wade Director
- 1956Heritage of Anger Director
- 1956Sizeman and Son Director
- 1956The Barretts of Wimpole Street Director