The genre-defining works of novelist-playwright
Ira Levin (1929–2007) include such indelible titles as
Rosemary’s Baby,
The Stepford Wives,
The Boys from Brazil, and
Deathtrap—the fifth longest-running play in Broadway history. At home in nearly every genre—horror (
Rosemary’s Baby), crime (Edgar-winning
A Kiss Before Dying), science fiction (
This Perfect Day), comedy (
No Time For Sergeants), even a Broadway musical (
Drat! The Cat!)—Levin’s enduring works continue to resonate with readers and audiences, serving as iconic cultural and creative touchstones. Learn more at Levin’s official website, IraLevin.org.
George Newbern is an Earphones Award–winning narrator and a television and film actor best known for his roles as Brian MacKenzie in Father of the Bride and Father of the Bride Part II, as well as Danny in Friends. As a voice actor, he is notable for his role as Superman on the Cartoon Newtork series Static Shock, Justice League, and Justice League Unlimited. He has guest starred on many television series, including Scandal, The Mentalist, Private Practice, CSI: Miami, and Numb3rs. He holds a BA in theater arts from Northwestern University.